May weather forecast
Carmelita, Belize

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Carmelita, Belize, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°C (76.6°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Carmelita sees the highest average temperatures during the months of May and August, peaking at 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Carmelita is 76%.

Rainfall

In Carmelita, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 198.4 rainfall days, and 752mm (29.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:26 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

March through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Carmelita. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.