May weather forecast
El Pilar, Venezuela

May, the last month of the spring in El Pilar, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May is a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in El Pilar, Venezuela, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in El Pilar, there are 273.9 rainfall days, and 779mm (30.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in El Pilar is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May in El Pilar, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:31 -04.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.