May weather forecast
Arroyo de Piedra, Colombia

May, the last month of the spring in Arroyo de Piedra, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

May's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. During the nights of May, the average low-temperature in Arroyo de Piedra holds at a moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Arroyo de Piedra is 78%.

Rainfall

In Arroyo de Piedra, Colombia, in May, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 135mm (5.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Arroyo de Piedra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.6 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Arroyo de Piedra, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Arroyo de Piedra is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo de Piedra are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.