May weather forecast
Shipyard, Belize

As May takes hold, the city of Shipyard extends its warm embrace. Despite the continuing heat, a noticeable shift in weather patterns looms with the onset of the rainy season. The city prepares to welcome fresh downpours as relative humidity prevails. This month experiences the most significant rainfall of the year, registering at 156mm (6.14"). It is a time of renewal with the return of rains, punctuating the summer heat with rejuvenating spells of wet weather.

Temperature

Shipyard experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) in May, marking an insignificant shift from 30.3°C (86.5°F) in April. In Shipyard, the May nights cool down to an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Shipyard, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout May, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 262.3 rainfall days, and 1335mm (52.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shipyard, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of May, in Shipyard, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:26 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.