May weather forecastCane Grove, Guyana

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cane Grove, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing little difference from April's 30.8°C (87.4°F). In the month of May, an average of 23.1°C (73.6°F) marks the low-temperature.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. 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', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed 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 important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. 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. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cane Grove is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cane Grove, in May, during 28.8 rainfall days, 148mm (5.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cane Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.9 days and collects up to 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:03 -04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.