May weather forecastLa Majada, Guatemala

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in La Majada, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

La Majada, Guatemala, registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F) at the commencement of May, closely related to the preceding month. In La Majada, the average nighttime temperature during May is a pleasant 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In La Majada, during May, the rain falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. In La Majada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 636mm (25.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In La Majada, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:24 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.