May weather forecast
Antioch, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Antioch, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), marking a negligible difference from April's 82.4°F (28°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 70°F (21.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
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. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Antioch are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Antioch, Florida, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Antioch, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Antioch, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Antioch.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.