May weather forecastDawei, Myanmar

Weather in May

May brings forth uncanny changes in Dawei's weather scenario as the monsoon season begins to unfurl. Clouds dominate the sky, dimming the daylight hours as sunshine becomes a rare guest. Frequent rains add to the high humidity levels, leading to a damp, monsoon-like atmosphere. The average rainfall reaches a significant 156mm (6.14"), a telltale sign of the wet season's official arrival. May is synonymous with the onset of the monsoon, ensuring a unique experience for city dwellers and visitors.

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Dawei reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) throughout May nights.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. 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 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly 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.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dawei, in May, during 26.8 rainfall days, 156mm (6.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dawei, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.1 days and collects up to 2093mm (82.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:22 +0630.

Sunshine

In Dawei, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.