May weather forecast
Gua Musang, Malaysia

May, the last month of the spring in Gua Musang, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.2°C (72°F) and max 34.1°C (93.4°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During the nights in May, Gua Musang observes an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gua Musang is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gua Musang, Malaysia, during May, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.2 rainfall days, and 1284mm (50.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Gua Musang, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Gua Musang, Malaysia, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gua Musang. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.