May weather forecast
Charlotte Harbor, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Charlotte Harbor, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

Charlotte Harbor's shift into May is marked by a subtle change to a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C) from April's 82.9°F (28.3°C) in temperature. In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Charlotte Harbor usually rests at a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Charlotte Harbor is 71%.

Rainfall

In Charlotte Harbor, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Charlotte Harbor, there are 176 rainfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Charlotte Harbor is 79.3°F (26.3°C).
Note: Water activities including swimming and diving at temperatures from 77°F (25°C) to 84.2°F (29°C) are deemed very pleasurable and enjoyable for extended periods, devoid of discomfort.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Charlotte Harbor are May and July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Charlotte Harbor, Florida, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.