May weather forecastMaitiruma, Venezuela

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maitiruma, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

May's weather displays an average high-temperature of a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), slightly varied from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). Throughout May, Maitiruma records a steady low-temperature average of 26.8°C (80.2°F), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through May, July, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Maitiruma, during May, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 274mm (10.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Maitiruma, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:00 -04.

Sunshine

In Maitiruma, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In May, in Maitiruma, the average high-temperature is 30.4°C (86.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

January through May, July, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are most humid months.

The average relative humidity in May in Maitiruma is 74%.

In Maitiruma, in May, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 40min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:00 -04.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

The months with the highest UV index 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.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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Jun

Average high temperature

29.9°C

30.4°C

30.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

30km/h

32.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.5

20.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average high temperature in May: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (25.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average wind speed in May: 29.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (31.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (21km/h).

Average humidity in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, April, May, July, November and December (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average rainfall days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are February and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are March, October and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average sunshine days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Maitiruma, Venezuela

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).