May weather forecastTatau, Malaysia
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Tatau, Malaysia, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 24.9°C (76.8°F).Temperature
May and August mark Tatau's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31.2°C (88.2°F).Heat index
In May, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. 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 are particularly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In Tatau, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In Tatau, Malaysia, during May, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 319.1 rainfall days, and 2216mm (87.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Tatau, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 15min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:34 pm +08.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Tatau, Malaysia, are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability 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:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average high temperature in May: 31.2°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and August (31.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average pressure in May: 1009mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average rainfall in May: 182mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (275mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (130mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average rainfall days in May: 27 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (29 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (23.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Tatau, Malaysia
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
