May weather forecastSítio do Mato, Brazil

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sítio do Mato, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Temperature

As Sítio do Mato, Brazil, welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In May, Sítio do Mato experiences a temperature dip to an average of 19.3°C (66.7°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Sítio do Mato, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Sítio do Mato, in May, during 7.5 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sítio do Mato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 692mm (27.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:33 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sítio do Mato are January, March through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.