May weather forecast
Hill 'n Dale, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Hill 'n Dale, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

With May's advent, Hill 'n Dale sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), subtly shifted from April's 82°F (27.8°C). Throughout May nights, Hill 'n Dale experiences a consistent temperature average of 68°F (20°C).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Hill 'n Dale, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Hill 'n Dale, during May, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.6 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Hill 'n Dale, Florida, is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Hill 'n Dale, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Hill 'n Dale. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.