May weather forecastSanta Fé, Venezuela

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Santa Fé, Venezuela, with an average temperature varying between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The temperatures reach their highest averages in May, with highs of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and lows of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Santa Fé, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fé, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Fé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 717mm (28.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:36 -04.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Santa Fé, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Fé. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

May is the month when Santa Fé sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and a low of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

An average high-temperature, in May, in Santa Fé, is 30.3°C (86.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.7°C (76.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Santa Fé, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

The average day length in May in Santa Fé is 12h and 36min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:36 -04.

May has the most sunshine of the year in Santa Fé, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

In Santa Fé, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average high temperature in May: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°C).

Average pressure in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (16.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall in May: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Santa Fé, 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
Santa Fé, Venezuela

  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in May
Santa Fé, 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).