May weather forecast
Mayo Junction, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Mayo Junction, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average high of 86.4°F (30.2°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) in Mayo Junction.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, May is the least humid month in Mayo Junction.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mayo Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mayo Junction, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mayo Junction, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.