May weather forecast
Riverland, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Riverland, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 76.5°F (24.7°C) and an average high of 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

As Riverland steps into May, the average high-temperature is measured at a still warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), displaying minor differences from April's 80.4°F (26.9°C). Throughout the nights in May, Riverland notes an average low of 76.5°F (24.7°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverland, in May, during 20.3 rainfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 240.3 rainfall days, and 50.75" (1289mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Riverland, Florida, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Riverland, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.