May weather forecast
Thonotosassa, FL

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Thonotosassa, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 86.5°F (30.3°C) and min 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into May marks the average high-temperature at a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), differing minimally from April's 82.4°F (28°C). Thonotosassa, in May, experiences an average temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Thonotosassa are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Thonotosassa, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Thonotosassa, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Thonotosassa, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thonotosassa are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.