May weather forecast
Mount Dora, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Mount Dora, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 86.2°F (30.1°C) and min 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

Mount Dora's May reports an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), exhibiting a minor difference from April. Throughout the month of May, Mount Dora sees a steady low-temperature average of 68°F (20°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Mount Dora, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Mount Dora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.1 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mount Dora, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.