May weather forecast
Matthews Ridge, Guyana

May, the last month of the spring in Matthews Ridge, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May registers at a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During the month of May, Matthews Ridge's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Matthews Ridge is 80%.

Rainfall

In Matthews Ridge, in May, during 26.9 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matthews Ridge, Guyana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 305.1 days and collects up to 1386mm (54.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Matthews Ridge is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:14 -04.

Sunshine

In Matthews Ridge, Guyana, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.