May weather forecastKapetakan, Indonesia
May weather forecast for Kapetakan, Indonesia: Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the autumn in Kapetakan, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).Temperature
May's onset corresponds to a marginal change in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), matching April's readings. During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) is observed.Heat index
For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Kapetakan, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.3 rainfall days, and 950mm (37.4") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:36 WIB.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average high temperature in May: 30.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (29.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average pressure in May: 1009.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average wind speed in May: 9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (6.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average rainfall in May: 66mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Kapetakan, Indonesia
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
