May weather forecast
Lai Vung, Vietnam

May, the last month of the spring in Lai Vung, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and an average high of 33.9°C (93°F).

Temperature

As May takes its course, Lai Vung's average high-temperature registers at a hot 33.9°C (93°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Lai Vung anticipates an average minimum temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lai Vung, during May, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. In Lai Vung, during the entire year, the rain falls for 215.1 days and collects up to 875mm (34.45") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:15 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.