May weather forecast
Gateway, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Gateway, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 86°F (30°C) and 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a hot 86°F (30°C), marking a negligible difference from April's 82.9°F (28.3°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 72°F (22.2°C).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Gateway, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Gateway, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170 rainfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gateway is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Gateway, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 11h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gateway, Florida, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.