May weather forecastSimarito, Indonesia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Simarito, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), closely aligned with April's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Simarito's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. 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. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. 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. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Simarito, during May, the rain falls for 27.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 317.9 rainfall days, and 2279mm (89.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:29 WIB.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.