May weather forecastMinbya, Myanmar

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Minbya, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°C (75.9°F) and max 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May records an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F), barely varying from April's 36.3°C (97.3°F). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Minbya, Myanmar, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.2 rainfall days, and 1886mm (74.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Minbya, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:53 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.