May weather forecast
Orange Heights, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Orange Heights, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86°F (30°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a tropical 86°F (30°C) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. In Orange Heights, an average nighttime temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) is expected during May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Orange Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Orange Heights, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orange Heights, there are 188.6 rainfall days, and 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Orange Heights, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orange Heights, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Orange Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.