May weather forecast
Gramalote, Colombia

May, the last month of the spring in Gramalote, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.3°C (90.1°F) and min 20°C (68°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), hardly deviating from April. Gramalote's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gramalote, Colombia, is 60%.

Rainfall

In Gramalote, Colombia, in May, during 18.9 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gramalote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 478mm (18.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Gramalote is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:05 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

April, May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gramalote. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 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. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.