May weather forecastMeri, Indonesia

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Meri, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

May commences with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), showing little deviation from April's 30.6°C (87.1°F). During May, Meri's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Meri, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Meri, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meri, there are 217.3 rainfall days, and 1402mm (55.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Meri, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Meri, Indonesia, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:19 WIB.

Sunshine

In Meri, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.