May weather forecast
Ban Nagnôm, Laos

With May, the intensity of summer is at its peak in Ban Nagnôm. The sky becomes cloudier, holding back some sunshine, nevertheless, the days continue to lengthen, heating up the atmosphere. The humidity escalates, causing a distinct increase in rainfall, which now measures 116mm (4.57"), almost thrice the amount in April. May brings along the primary indications of the rainy season, with a drastic change compared to drier and hotter April weather.

Temperature

Ban Nagnôm experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) in May, closely aligned with April's 35°C (95°F). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 23.6°C (74.5°F) at night.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Ban Nagnôm, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ban Nagnôm, during May, the rain falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.2 rainfall days, and 1162mm (45.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Ban Nagnôm, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:27 +07.

Sunshine

In Ban Nagnôm, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.