As
May settles in
Boca de Cachón, temperatures continue to ascend, accommodated by an enriched relative humidity. Rainfall ratios amplify dramatically during the month, hitting the peak 142mm (5.59") of the year, creating a critical weightage in overall weather figures. As the year unfolds, the temperatures, humidity, and precipitations coexist, creating an impressive weather character for May. A spotlight shines on the increased daylight hours at its zenith of 13 hours, accentuating the radiance of Boca de Cachón during May. The distinct weather features in May stand etched in Boca de Cachón’s weather rhythm.
Temperature
The initiation of May in Boca de Cachón records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.7°C (92.7°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. May's average low-temperature reading settles at an agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F).
Heat index
May's mean heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F).
Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Boca de Cachón is 65.9%.
Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.
Daylight
In Boca de Cachón, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:20 AST.