May weather forecast
São João dos Patos, Brazil

May, the last month of the autumn in São João dos Patos, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.3°C (70.3°F) and max 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

São João dos Patos experiences a minor change to a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April. May generally records an average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In São João dos Patos, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In São João dos Patos, in May, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. In São João dos Patos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.9 days and collects up to 938mm (36.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of May in São João dos Patos, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:45 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in São João dos Patos is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.