May weather forecastAstatula, FL

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Astatula, is a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 67.8°F (19.9°C) and max 86.2°F (30.1°C).

Temperature

May brings a marginal elevation to a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C) from April's 82°F (27.8°C) in Astatula's average high-temperatures. Astatula witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) throughout May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Astatula, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.1 rainfall days, and 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Astatula, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Astatula. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.