May weather forecastPalur, Indonesia

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Palur, Indonesia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

Palur's average high-temperature in May is a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. May generally records an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Palur, in May, during 26.3 rainfall days, 171mm (6.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palur, Indonesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.6 days and collects up to 2049mm (80.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of May, in Palur, Indonesia, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:25 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.