May weather forecast
Buona Vista, Singapore

In May, Buona Vista continues its journey through the year with the highest average temperature touching 31.3°C (88.3°F). The increase in temperature is met with a high level of humidity making the city a tropical paradise. Despite the increase in heat, the city’s average wind speed remains relatively constant but gusts peak at 10.2km/h (6.3mph). Even with the increased heat, the city enjoys a generous amount of rainfall at 141mm (5.55"). Sunshine is a daily occurrence with 8.7 hours on average.

Temperature

The average temperatures in Buona Vista, Singapore, reach their apex in May, averaging 31.3°C (88.3°F) at the high end and 26.8°C (80.2°F) at the low end.

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Buona Vista, in May, during 28.6 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buona Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 327.3 days and collects up to 1631mm (64.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of May, in Buona Vista, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:08 +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Buona Vista are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Buona Vista. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.