May weather forecastPenitas, TX
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Penitas, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 92.8°F (33.8°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).Temperature
May's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 92.8°F (33.8°C), diverging marginally from April's 89.1°F (31.7°C). Penitas experiences an average low-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) in the month of May.Heat index
May's mean heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 66%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Penitas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Penitas, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Penitas, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 92.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 72.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Penitas, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Penitas, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 13.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and July (13.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (9.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Penitas, TX
- Average humidity in May: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Penitas, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Penitas, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Penitas, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Penitas, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Penitas, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Penitas, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Penitas, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Penitas, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Penitas, TX
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
