Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The dawn of May sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), on par with April's climate. Ephrata logs an average low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) during the nights of May, subtly lower than its daytime highs.Heat index
For May, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 28.1 days and typically aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:49 -03.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
January, April, May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it hot during May?
What are the most humid months?
What is the average humidity in May?
What is the wettest month?
How much does it rain in May?
What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in May in Ephrata?
Average temperature in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average high temperature in May: 29°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average wind speed in May: 13.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average rainfall in May: 156mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average rainfall days in May: 28.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average sunshine days in May: 1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (1 days).
Average UV index in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in May
Ephrata, Suriname
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
