May weather forecast
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nuevo Palmar, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

The transition into May is marked with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30°C (86°F), showing an insignificant shift from April's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Nuevo Palmar experiences a consistent average temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) throughout the nights in May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.4 days and accumulates 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:32 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less 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-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Nuevo Palmar during May?
May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 26.4 days and typically aggregates up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in May in Nuevo Palmar?
In Nuevo Palmar, during May, the rain falls for 26.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Nuevo Palmar 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 05:43 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:32 CST.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.
When is 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?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in May: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in May: 274mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (274mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in May: 26.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nuevo Palmar, 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: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • 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
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala
  • 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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