May weather forecastApartadó, Colombia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Apartadó, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The months of April and May are noted for their lowest temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Apartadó, in May, it is raining for 29.9 days, with typically 326mm (12.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Apartadó, there are 344.6 rainfall days, and 3021mm (118.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Apartadó, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Apartadó, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:20 -05.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Apartadó are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.