May weather forecast
Croom, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Croom, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

Croom records a slight change with May's average high-temperatures adjusting to a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C) from April's 82°F (27.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) is recorded during May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Croom, in May, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Croom, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.