May weather forecastKarangpasar, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Karangpasar, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

Karangpasar, Indonesia, registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F) at the commencement of May, closely related to the preceding month. Throughout May, Karangpasar witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Karangpasar is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Karangpasar, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout May, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 226.7 rainfall days, and 1000mm (39.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Karangpasar, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of May in Karangpasar, Indonesia, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:27 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Karangpasar, Indonesia, is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Karangpasar are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.