May weather forecast
Canal Point, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Canal Point, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average high of 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

Canal Point's shift from April to May is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C), a slight deviation from 82.9°F (28.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Canal Point reports a steady low-temperature average of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 95°F (35°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Canal Point, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout May, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Canal Point, there are 206.3 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Canal Point, Florida, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.