May weather forecast
Suburban Heights, FL

May, the last month of the spring in Suburban Heights, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

The embrace of May brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 80.8°F (27.1°C) in April to a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C). Suburban Heights anticipates an average minimum temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) in the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Suburban Heights, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.