May weather forecast
Placencia, Belize

May shows a moderate shift from April, with relatively similar temperatures and a slight increase in humidity. Contrary to the temperature trend, May often presents a noteworthy increase in rainfall at 105mm (4.13"). These showers usually arrive in short, intense bursts, followed by sunshine. May typically marks the transition of weather from a dry spell to the start of the rainy season in Belize.

Temperature

As May takes its course, Placencia's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Placencia, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Placencia is 78%.

Rainfall

In Placencia, in May, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 293.1 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:22 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.