May weather forecast
Joshua, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Joshua, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.4°F (20.8°C) and max 87.4°F (30.8°C).

Temperature

Joshua, Florida, marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a hot 87.4°F (30.8°C), hardly different from April's 83.8°F (28.8°C). In the month of May, Joshua experiences an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Joshua, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Joshua, Florida, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Joshua, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.3 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Joshua is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Joshua, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.