May weather forecastRangkasbitung, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Rangkasbitung, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°C (76.6°F) and max 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May registers at a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is observed during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the 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. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Rangkasbitung, the rain falls for 26.5 days. Throughout May, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rangkasbitung, during the entire year, the rain falls for 291.3 days and collects up to 1460mm (57.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:46 WIB.

Sunshine

In Rangkasbitung, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rangkasbitung are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.