May weather forecast
Davenport, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Davenport, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 86.4°F (30.2°C) and an average low of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May's weather records an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.4°F (30.2°C), showing little deviation from April. May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) in Davenport, Florida.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Davenport, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Davenport, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Davenport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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 in Davenport. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.