May weather forecast
Barranco, Ecuador

May, the last month of the autumn in Barranco, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

The shift into May reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), closely mirroring April's climate. During May, Barranco consistently records a temperature low averaging an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
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. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Barranco, in May, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 117mm (4.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 235.3 rainfall days, and 1397mm (55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barranco, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Barranco, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:17 -05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Barranco, Ecuador, is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Barranco are January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.