May weather forecast
Myitkyina, Myanmar

May carries the baton of warmth forward in Myitkyina, and the weather continues to heat up before transitioning into the rainy season. It's a tumultuous month as the high temperature persists at 33.8°C (92.8°F), while the nightly cooling offers some respite. A marked jump in rainfall can be observed, giving a sneak peek into the monsoon season. The increased cloud coverage and rainfall cut down on the sunshine hours. The landscape starts to lush up as nature braces itself for the extensive wet season.

Temperature

In Myitkyina, May is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 33.8°C (92.8°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Myitkyina is 62%.

Rainfall

In Myitkyina, in May, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. In Myitkyina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 1431mm (56.34") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Myitkyina is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Myitkyina, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:46 +0630.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.