May weather forecast
Macacona, Costa Rica

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Macacona, Costa Rica, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Macacona experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout the month of May, Macacona witnesses an average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Macacona is 75%.

Rainfall

In Macacona, in May, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 175mm (6.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Macacona, Costa Rica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.6 days and collects up to 1456mm (57.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

Sunshine

In Macacona, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.