May weather forecast
Recreo, Costa Rica

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Recreo, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and an average low of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. During May, Recreo witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Recreo, Costa Rica, in May, during 27.2 rainfall days, 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Recreo, there are 272 rainfall days, and 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Recreo, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Recreo?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Recreo, is 27.7°C (81.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Recreo?

In Recreo, Costa Rica, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Recreo?

In May, in Recreo, the rain falls for 27.2 days. Throughout May, 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Recreo?

In Recreo, Costa Rica, the average day length in May is 12h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Recreo?

On the first day of May in Recreo, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Recreo?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Recreo?

May, August and November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Recreo, Costa Rica.

How high is the UV index in May in Recreo?

In Recreo, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average temperature in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average pressure in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in May: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average humidity in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in May: 339mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Recreo, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average UV index in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Recreo, Costa Rica

Average visibility in May - Recreo, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (7km).

Recreo, Costa Rica

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