May weather forecastSepinggan, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sepinggan, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Sepinggan marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), hardly different from April's 30.3°C (86.5°F). The low temperature average in Sepinggan during May reflects a slight decrease to a warm 26°C (78.8°F) from the day's peak.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. 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', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sepinggan, the rain falls for 27.6 days. Throughout May, 167mm (6.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sepinggan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 318.3 days and collects up to 1857mm (73.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Sepinggan, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:11 WITA.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sepinggan are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Sepinggan, Indonesia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.