May weather forecast
Achiote, Panama

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Achiote, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The month of May sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 29.4°C (84.9°F) at the peak and 25.3°C (77.5°F) at the low.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Achiote is 84%.

Rainfall

In Achiote, in May, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation. In Achiote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 292.6 days and collects up to 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, in Achiote, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

Sunshine

In Achiote, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.