May weather forecast
Purísima, Colombia

May, the last month of the spring in Purísima, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F) and an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

Purísima, Colombia, greets May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. In the month of May, the temperature in Purísima generally rests at an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Purísima, Colombia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Purísima, 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

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Purísima, Colombia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Purísima are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.