May weather forecastTongkaw, Myanmar

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tongkaw, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in May, at a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), reveals a modest deviation from April's 33°C (91.4°F). In the month of May, the average low-temperature usually rests at an agreeable 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Tongkaw, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Tongkaw, in May, during 26.6 rainfall days, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 222 rainfall days, and 1362mm (53.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:36 +0630.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

January, May through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.