May weather forecast
Nichols, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Nichols, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 86.7°F (30.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C) from April's 82.8°F (28.2°C) in the average high-temperature. Nichols's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nichols, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nichols, there are 189 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Nichols, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Nichols. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.