May weather forecast
Fong Sali, Laos

May in Fong Sali, Laos, starts to signal the onset of the monsoon season with a marked increase in rainfall. This tropical torrent brings a certain degree of tranquillity while also intensifying the humidity. The buzzing heat experienced is steep, but the city’s weather offers ample daylight and sunshine hours, ensuring a balance. However, cloud cover is more prominent, offering shelter from the searing sun. The accompanying high temperature of around 30.8°C (87.4°F) reflects the true essence of Laos's tropical climate.

Temperature

The shift into May in Fong Sali reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Throughout the month of May, Fong Sali observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Fong Sali, Laos, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fong Sali, Laos, in May, during 23.6 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fong Sali, Laos, there are 220.4 rainfall days, and 1213mm (47.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fong Sali, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of May, in Fong Sali, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:50 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In Fong Sali, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.