May weather forecastSarua, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sarua, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F) from April's 30.7°C (87.3°F) in the average high-temperature. May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sarua, in May, during 23.6 rainfall days, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sarua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 288.9 days and collects up to 1568mm (61.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sarua, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:44 WIB.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sarua, Indonesia, are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.