May weather forecastSatuba, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Satuba, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of May reveals an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. In May, Satuba records an average nighttime temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Satuba is 83%.

Rainfall

In Satuba, in May, during 24.1 rainfall days, 102mm (4.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Satuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 686mm (27.01") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Satuba is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Satuba, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:09 -03.

Sunshine

In Satuba, the average sunshine in May is 7.2h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Satuba. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.