May weather forecast
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

May

Weather in May

May experiences an explosion of rainfall as the wet season matures in Quetzaltenango. The spike in the precipitation level underscores the robustness of this seasonal shift. Temperature variations become less severe, but the increased rainfall results in higher humidity—peaking at 81% this month. Despite the 372mm (14.65") deluge that dominates, the city maintains a reasonably stable air pressure. It also marks the beginning of less sunshine hours, making way for more cloudy days in the city.

Temperature

The introduction of May in Quetzaltenango sees an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F), hardly deviating from April. The low-temperature average for Quetzaltenango during May stands at a moderate 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Humidity

In Quetzaltenango, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.5 days and accumulates 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May in Quetzaltenango, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:32 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Quetzaltenango?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Quetzaltenango, is 22.4°C (72.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Quetzaltenango?
The average relative humidity in May in Quetzaltenango is 81%.
What is the rainiest month in Quetzaltenango?
The month with the most rainfall in Quetzaltenango is May, when the rain falls for 26.5 days and typically aggregates up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in May in Quetzaltenango?
In Quetzaltenango, during May, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Quetzaltenango?
In May, the average day length in Quetzaltenango is 12h and 49min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Quetzaltenango?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 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 Quetzaltenango?
In Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Quetzaltenango?
The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Quetzaltenango?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Quetzaltenango is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average temperature in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average pressure in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average wind speed in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average humidity in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average rainfall in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average rainfall days in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 5min

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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average sunshine days in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average UV index in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average cloud cover in May
Quetzaltenango, 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 - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Average visibility in May
Quetzaltenango, 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).

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