May weather forecast
Bigiston, Suriname

May, the last month of the spring in Bigiston, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. An average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is recorded in the month of May in Bigiston.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Bigiston, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28 days and accumulates 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bigiston, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Bigiston, Suriname, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:46 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.9h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.