May weather forecast
Kampong Pasir Hantu, Malaysia

May ushers in peak summer for Kampong Pasir Hantu. The highest temperature of the year is recorded in May with maximum temperatures reaching 30.5°C (86.9°F). With the rising heat, the city experiences a decrease in rainfall. The gentle winds provide little relief from the soaring daytime temperatures. However, the evenings bring about a soothing calm, making the city a tranquil place to unwind as the day comes to an end.

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is May, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Kampong Pasir Hantu are May, June, August through October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Kampong Pasir Hantu, Malaysia, in May, during 27.3 rainfall days, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kampong Pasir Hantu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 303.9 days and collects up to 2258mm (88.9") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are April through June, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F).
Note: Many find water temperatures above 30°C (86°F) uncomfortable, particularly when seeking relief from the sun and heat.

Daylight

In Kampong Pasir Hantu, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:20 pm +08.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Alert! The Sun's UV rays are heightened by the reflection of sand and water.