May in
Kalabagan maintains the summer thermostat, sans any drastic temperature shifts. The weather stays on the warmer side, and the increase in daylight hours begins trailing off. Beyond the familiar characteristics, it's the surge in rainfall—339mm (13.35")—that leaves the significant mark. This heavy precipitation sets the stage for a teeming monsoon season. Thus, May plants the seeds for a lush, green landscape in the forthcoming months.
Temperature
The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), showing little difference from
April's 33.7°C (92.7°F). During the month of May, an average temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) is noted during the nights.
Heat index
The heat index in May is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 59%.
Rainfall
In Kalabagan, during May, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 339mm (13.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86 rainfall days, and 2148mm (84.57") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Kalabagan is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:41 pm +06.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Kalabagan is 5h.