May weather forecast
Ridge Harbor, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Ridge Harbor, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 87.3°F (30.7°C).

Temperature

Ridge Harbor starts May with an average high-temperature of a tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C), a minor shift from April's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Ridge Harbor's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 71.2°F (21.8°C) during the nights of May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Ridge Harbor, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Ridge Harbor, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridge Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.8 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ridge Harbor, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.