May weather forecast
East Tampa, FL

May, the last month of the spring in East Tampa, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 70.7°F (21.5°C) and max 86.2°F (30.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a recorded average high-temperature of a hot 86.2°F (30.1°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. East Tampa's temperature lowers to a mean of 70.7°F (21.5°C) during the nights in May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Tampa, Florida, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In East Tampa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In East Tampa, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in East Tampa, Florida, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.