May weather forecastPoyner, FL

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Poyner, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May is a tropical 86.4°F (30.2°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Poyner's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Poyner, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. In Poyner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.3 days and collects up to 38.74" (984mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.