May weather forecast
Joya de Ceren, El Salvador

Entering May brings a noticeable change, as Joya de Ceren fully steps into the rainy season. The month is marked by the highest rainfall of the year registering 151mm (5.94"), a major leap from April's 28mm (1.1"). The shift is also reflected in the increasing levels of relative humidity. Conversely, the temperature continues to navigate within the comfortably warm range. The weather pattern in May is indicative of the seasonal transition and the onset of the full fledge rainy season.

Temperature

As Joya de Ceren welcomes May, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing little deviation from April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Throughout May, Joya de Ceren witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Joya de Ceren, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Joya de Ceren, El Salvador, in May, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.4 rainfall days, and 855mm (33.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Joya de Ceren, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of May in Joya de Ceren, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:21 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Joya de Ceren is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Joya de Ceren are January through May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.