May weather forecastVera Mendes, Brazil

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Vera Mendes, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

Stepping into May, Vera Mendes records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), almost consistent with April. Throughout May, Vera Mendes witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Vera Mendes, in May, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 872mm (34.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of May, in Vera Mendes, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:34 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Vera Mendes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Vera Mendes, records 31.6°C (88.9°F), while the low-temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 39°C (102.2°F).

In Vera Mendes, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

In Vera Mendes, during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

In Vera Mendes, Brazil, the average day length in May is 11h and 46min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:34 -03.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average high temperature in May: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are March and April (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average rainfall in May: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (200mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and April (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Vera Mendes, Brazil

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (9km).