May weather forecastDadanawa, Guyana
May
Weather in May
May brings a considerable shift in the weather attributes of Dadanawa. Rainfall increases exceedingly, hitting an average of 166mm (6.54") thereby making it one of the wettest months of the year. Daylight hours are at their peak but respites from the hot weather are given by the cool gusts of wind, which have considerably slowed down from the previous months. The relative humidity also reaches an annual high, which condenses to form more clouds but visibility maintains its yearly average.Temperature
May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), showing a slight difference from April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Throughout May, Dadanawa witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Heat index
May's mean heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Dadanawa, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Dadanawa, during May, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 166mm (6.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 204.4 rainfall days, and 941mm (37.05") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 15min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of May, in Dadanawa, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:04 -04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dadanawa is 8.9h.UV index
January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dadanawa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average high temperature in May: 31.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (30°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average pressure in May: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (59%).
Average rainfall in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average rainfall in May: 166mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average rainfall days in May: 24.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Dadanawa, Guyana
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
