May weather forecast
Lake City, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Lake City, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a warm 80.6°F (27°C) in April to a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) is experienced.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of 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 extremely significant for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Lake City, Florida, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lake City is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Lake City, Florida, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lake City, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lake City are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.