May weather forecast
Orange Lake, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Orange Lake, is a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.9°F (19.4°C) and max 86°F (30°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a hot 86°F (30°C) in May, hardly different from the 81.1°F (27.3°C) recorded in April. In May, the nighttime temperature in Orange Lake, Florida, lowers to an average of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Orange Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Orange Lake, Florida, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Orange Lake, Florida, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.