May weather forecast
Placid Lakes, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Placid Lakes, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 86.7°F (30.4°C) and min 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

Shifting into May, Placid Lakes records an average high-temperature of a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) is witnessed in Placid Lakes, Florida throughout May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a sweltering 98.6°F (37°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Placid Lakes is 74%.

Rainfall

In Placid Lakes, Florida, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Placid Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Placid Lakes, Florida, is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of May in Placid Lakes, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May and July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.