May weather forecast
Parrita, Costa Rica

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Parrita, Costa Rica, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°C (80.8°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

May's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F), hardly different from the previous month. During May, Parrita records an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In Parrita, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Parrita, in May, it is raining for 30 days, with typically 268mm (10.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Parrita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 290 days and collects up to 2270mm (89.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:54 CST.

Sunshine

In Parrita, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 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. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Parrita in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Parrita, records 27.1°C (80.8°F), while the low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 30 days. Throughout May, 268mm (10.55") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Parrita have in May?
In Parrita, the average day length in May is 12h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:54 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Parrita have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (21.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (20.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in May: 268mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (440mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in May: 30 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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