May weather forecast
El Caris, Venezuela

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in El Caris, Venezuela, with an average temperature varying between 24°C (75.2°F) and 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

As May takes its course, El Caris's average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During May nights, El Caris records an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In El Caris, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El Caris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 965mm (37.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Caris, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of May, in El Caris, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:32 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.