May weather forecastTonjong, Indonesia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Tonjong, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

Tonjong's May reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), exhibiting a minor difference from April. Tonjong observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) during May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout May, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 268.1 rainfall days, and 2169mm (85.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tonjong, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:33 WIB.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tonjong are February through June, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.