May weather forecastMualkawi, Myanmar

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Mualkawi, Myanmar, with an average temperature ranging between min 18°C (64.4°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), barely different from April's 30.9°C (87.6°F). A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in May with an average nighttime temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Mualkawi, in May, during 20.7 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 199.6 rainfall days, and 1503mm (59.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:58 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.