May weather forecastBagan Datoh, Malaysia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Bagan Datoh, Malaysia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and an average low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

Bagan Datoh's average high-temperature in May is a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Bagan Datoh records an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F) throughout May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bagan Datoh, Malaysia, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bagan Datoh, in May, during 27.4 rainfall days, 138mm (5.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bagan Datoh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 303 days and collects up to 1475mm (58.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:24 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bagan Datoh. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bagan Datoh. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.