May weather forecastDengkeng, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Dengkeng, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°C (75°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

Dengkeng's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), identical to the previous month. During May nights, Dengkeng records an average temperature of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Dengkeng, Indonesia, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Dengkeng, Indonesia, in May, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Dengkeng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 245 days and collects up to 906mm (35.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dengkeng, Indonesia, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:26 WIB.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Dengkeng is 8.7h.

UV index

February through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.