May weather forecastPlintahan, Indonesia

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Plintahan, Indonesia, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

During May, Plintahan observes a subtle ascent to a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F) from April's 30.6°C (87.1°F) in the average high-temperature. During the month of May, an average temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is noted during the nights.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plintahan, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. In Plintahan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.3 days and collects up to 1409mm (55.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:18 WIB.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.