May weather forecastPanajachel, Guatemala
May
Weather in May
May further solidifies the rainy season's presence in Panajachel, Guatemala. In the peak of the wet season, May experiences the highest rainfall of the year at 372mm (14.65"). Subsequently, a drop in sunlight hours is noticed, though this change doesn't diminish daytime activities. Despite the region's weather being heavily characterized by rainfall, it offers a different, rich perspective of Panajachel in the wet season.Temperature
Panajachel in May witnesses an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F), indicating a slight variation from April's 23.8°C (74.8°F). In Panajachel, the average nighttime temperature during May is a moderate 14.3°C (57.7°F).Humidity
In Panajachel, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 26.5 days and typically aggregates up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.Daylight
In Panajachel, Guatemala, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:30 CST.
Sunshine
In Panajachel, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average high temperature in May: 22.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (20.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average pressure in May: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average wind speed in May: 4.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average rainfall in May: 372mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (372mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average rainfall days in May: 26.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Panajachel, Guatemala
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (8km).
