May weather forecast
Cañas Gordas, Panama

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Cañas Gordas, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Temperature

Cañas Gordas's May reports an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), exhibiting a minor difference from April. Cañas Gordas anticipates an average minimum temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) in the month of May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Cañas Gordas, Panama, in May, during 29 rainfall days, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cañas Gordas, Panama, there are 309.5 rainfall days, and 2106mm (82.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cañas Gordas, Panama, is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of May, in Cañas Gordas, Panama, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:47 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Cañas Gordas is 8.4h.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.