May weather forecastMutatá, Colombia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mutatá, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

Mutatá's average high-temperature in May is a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 29.8°C (85.6°F) of April. Mutatá records a consistent low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, June and September, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Mutatá, in May, it is raining for 29.8 days, with typically 312mm (12.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Mutatá, during the entire year, the rain falls for 344.5 days and collects up to 3074mm (121.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mutatá is 7.3h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.