May weather forecast
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

May, the last month of the spring in Cieneguita, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

With the start of May, Cieneguita measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), not significantly differing from April's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Throughout May nights, Cieneguita records a consistent low-temperature averaging a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Cieneguita are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Cieneguita, Costa Rica, during May, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cieneguita, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 1580mm (62.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cieneguita is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Cieneguita, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:50 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cieneguita are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.