May weather forecastNatal, Indonesia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Natal, Indonesia, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of May notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), subtly shifted from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). May in Natal sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Natal, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Natal, during May, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of precipitation. In Natal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 299.3 days and collects up to 2350mm (92.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of May, in Natal, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:25 WIB.

Sunshine

In Natal, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Natal, Indonesia. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.