May weather forecast
Jalapa, Guatemala

May

Weather in May

May can be considered the epicenter of Jalapa's weather patterns with its tropical climates at their peak. May stands out with the highest rainfall of the year, reaching an impressive 285 millimeters. While its comparisons with April show both months receiving significant amounts of rain, May surpasses even April's high levels. The weather in May encompasses the crux of the wet season, with consistent rains and extensive cloud cover. Therefore, this month signifies the zenith of tropical weather in Jalapa, bringing with it an extraordinary degree of rainfall.

Temperature

The arrival of May is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F), bearing a close resemblance to April. Jalapa, in May, experiences an average temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 27.3 days and typically aggregates up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:25 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Jalapa?
In Jalapa, in May, the average high-temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity in Jalapa is 81%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 27.3 days and typically aggregates up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Jalapa, during May, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Jalapa have in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:25 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Jalapa have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average temperature in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average pressure in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average wind speed in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average humidity in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

Average rainfall in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average rainfall in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in May: 285mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (285mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average rainfall days in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average sunshine days in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.9 days).

Average UV index in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average UV index in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average cloud cover in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May - Jalapa, Guatemala
Average visibility in May
Jalapa, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (6km).

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