May weather forecast
Lacoochee, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Lacoochee, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 86.2°F (30.1°C) and an average low of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Lacoochee's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C) from April's 82°F (27.8°C). Throughout May nights, Lacoochee registers an average low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated 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.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. 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 value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lacoochee, 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 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.