May weather forecastMaxcy Quarters, FL

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maxcy Quarters, is a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 86.7°F (30.4°C).

Temperature

May's onset sees an average high-temperature of a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. The nighttime temperature dips to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) on average during May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Maxcy Quarters, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maxcy Quarters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.4 days and collects up to 32.8" (833mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Maxcy Quarters, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Maxcy Quarters, Florida, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Maxcy Quarters.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.