May weather forecastPurísima, Colombia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Purísima, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

May's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F) from April. In the month of May, Purísima experiences an average low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28 days. Throughout May, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Purísima, during the entire year, the rain falls for 291.1 days and collects up to 1364mm (53.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Purísima, is 31.2°C (88.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.5°C (77.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

In Purísima, during May, the rain falls for 28 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation.

In Purísima, the average day length in May is 12h and 33min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

In Purísima, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in May: 31.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (30.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average pressure in May: 1009.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1009.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, November and December (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in May: 158mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 28 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are April and October (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Purísima, Colombia

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and October (9km).