May weather forecast
Albouystown, Guyana

May, the last month of the spring in Albouystown, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The shift to May signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), subtly varied from April's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Albouystown experiences an average temperature drop to a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F) during May nights.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Albouystown, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Albouystown, in May, during 28.8 rainfall days, 148mm (5.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 312.9 rainfall days, and 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of May, in Albouystown, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:05 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Albouystown are January, February, May, June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.