May weather forecast
Cheras, Malaysia

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Cheras, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°C (75°F) and 31.9°C (89.4°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cheras is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cheras, Malaysia, during May, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 172mm (6.77") of precipitation. In Cheras, Malaysia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 315.1 days and collects up to 1775mm (69.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cheras, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of May, in Cheras, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:19 pm +08.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

February through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.