May weather forecastTacaratu, Brazil

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Tacaratu, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings with it an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Throughout the month of May, Tacaratu sees a steady low-temperature average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Tacaratu is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tacaratu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 324mm (12.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Tacaratu, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of May, in Tacaratu, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:19 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.