May weather forecastAcaricuara, Colombia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Acaricuara, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

Acaricuara observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F) in May, barely different from 29.3°C (84.7°F) in April. An average nighttime temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) is recorded during May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Acaricuara, in May, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 268mm (10.55") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 334.9 rainfall days, and 2184mm (85.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Acaricuara, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:43 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Jun 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during May is 29°C (84.2°F) and the low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

In Acaricuara, the average relative humidity in May is 92%.

In Acaricuara, in May, during 29.5 rainfall days, 268mm (10.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Acaricuara is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:43 -05.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Acaricuara, Colombia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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Jun

Average high temperature

29.3°C

29°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

3.6km/h

3.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.4

1.1

1.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

73%

76%

Average visibility

5km

Average temperature in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average high temperature in May: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average pressure in May: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average wind speed in May: 3.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (3.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average humidity in May: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (84%).

Average rainfall in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average rainfall in May: 268mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (277mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (114mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average rainfall days in May: 29.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (24 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in May: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average sunshine days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (4.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1 days).

Average UV index in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average cloud cover in May: 76

The months with the most cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in May
Acaricuara, Colombia

Average visibility in May: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, August, September, October and December (6km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July and November (5km).