May weather forecast
Ayapel, Colombia

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Ayapel, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

Ayapel records a slight change with May's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F) from April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Ayapel witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. 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 quite important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ayapel, during May, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 238mm (9.37") of precipitation. In Ayapel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 324.2 days and collects up to 2352mm (92.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ayapel, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of May, in Ayapel, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:15 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ayapel is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.