May weather forecastMesa Alta, Venezuela

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mesa Alta, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.8°C (85.6°F) and min 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

May's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing little deviation from April's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Mesa Alta, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. 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 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Mesa Alta, in May, during 24.1 rainfall days, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mesa Alta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:01 -04.

Sunshine

In Mesa Alta, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.