May weather forecast
Starr, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Starr, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C). In Starr, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) during May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Starr, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Starr, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Starr, Florida, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Starr 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.