May weather forecastSuwawa, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Suwawa, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of May presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Suwawa's temperature drops to an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Suwawa are April through July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Suwawa, in May, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 74mm (2.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Suwawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.8 days and collects up to 759mm (29.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:49 WITA.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.