May weather forecastBush Lot, Guyana

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Bush Lot, Guyana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Bush Lot's average high-temperature clocks in at a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. During May, Bush Lot observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Bush Lot is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bush Lot, 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 Bush Lot, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Bush Lot, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:02 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bush Lot is 8.2h.

UV index

January, February, May, June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bush Lot. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.