May weather forecast
Río Claro, Venezuela

May, the last month of the spring in Río Claro, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Río Claro, during May, the rain falls for 23.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 214.9 rainfall days, and 900mm (35.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:55 -04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Río Claro. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.