May weather forecastTamshiyacu, Peru

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another tropical month in Tamshiyacu, Peru, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

May's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still hot 30°C (86°F) from April. Tamshiyacu in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Tamshiyacu, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.

Rainfall

In Tamshiyacu, during May, the rain falls for 25.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 293.9 rainfall days, and 1530mm (60.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tamshiyacu, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:47 -05.

Sunshine

In Tamshiyacu, the average sunshine in May is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.