May weather forecast
Papalón, Honduras

May, the last month of the spring in Papalón, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average high of 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

As Papalón transitions into May, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Papalón witnesses an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Papalón, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Papalón, in May, it is raining for 25.9 days, with typically 188mm (7.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Papalón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.5 days and collects up to 992mm (39.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:12 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.