May weather forecast
Pokigron, Suriname

May's weather in Pokigron, Suriname, is characterized by a remarkable level of rainfall compared to the preceding months. The month is also associated with an increase in sunlight hours. Besides fluctuating temperatures and wind speed, other weather parameters, such as daylight hours and UV index, remain relatively stable. With these climatic changes, the rainy season is signaled to have set in with the weather conditions becoming more unpredictable. Transitioning into June, there is a sharp drop in rainfall, registering a decrease of 77mm (3.03").

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Pokigron's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F) from April's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Pokigron encounters an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) during May nights.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. 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 primarily vital for children. 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.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The most humid month in Pokigron, Suriname, is May, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Pokigron is May, when the rain falls for 26.3 days and typically aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Pokigron is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:50 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.5h.

UV index

In Pokigron, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.