May weather forecast
Edgar, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Edgar, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 86.4°F (30.2°C) and min 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May's weather displays an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.4°F (30.2°C), slightly varied from April's 81.9°F (27.7°C). The temperature dips to an average of 66.7°F (19.3°C) during May nights.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light 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', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Edgar, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Edgar, Florida, during May, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Edgar are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.