May is characterized by a passionate plunge into summer. Heat becomes the new normal with the mercury rising dramatically to a scorching 30.4°C (86.7°F). This month sees a further decrease in humidity, marking a dryer ambiance. Long daylight hours of sunny soundness entice people to make most of the outdoor freedom before the peak of the oncoming summer. Thus, May is all about embracing the summer.
Temperature
As May arrives,
Turkmenabat's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from
April's warm 24.4°C (75.9°F) to a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F). Turkmenabat's May nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).
Heat index
For May, the heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual'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 essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
In Turkmenabat, the average relative humidity in May is 43.1%.
Rainfall
In Turkmenabat,
Turkmenistan, in May, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 rainfall days, and 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 20:04 +05.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.
UV index
In Turkmenabat, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 9 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout.