May weather forecastSan Pablo, Guatemala
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in San Pablo, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.1°C (77.2°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).Temperature
As April transitions into May, San Pablo records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) is recorded in San Pablo during May.Heat index
During May, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
In San Pablo, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.1 days and accumulates 244mm (9.61") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:34 CST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are May and July, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in San Pablo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average high temperature in May: 31.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 25.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.2°C).
Average pressure in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average pressure in May: 1011.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (63%).
Average rainfall in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average rainfall in May: 244mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (244mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).
Average rainfall days in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average rainfall days in May: 29.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
San Pablo, 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: 11h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).
Average UV index in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in May
San Pablo, Guatemala
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and August (9km).
