May weather forecast
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

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Weather in May

May, the harbinger of monsoon season, contributes a hefty 218mm (8.58") to the precipitation chart, serving as a quintessential monsoon month. Temperatures maintain a warm profile as the sun struggles between the rain clouds. Despite the rains, the daylight duration remains steady, ensuring ample warmth. Monsoon-lovers are bound to appreciate May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa for its splashes of rain and streaks of sun.

Temperature

May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is marked by an average high-temperature of a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout May, 218mm (8.58") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, is 12h and 48min.
On the first day of May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:29 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is 10.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa in May?

In May, in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average high-temperature is 29.1°C (84.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, in May, during 27.1 rainfall days, 218mm (8.58") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

In May, the average day length in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, is 12h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:29 CST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average temperature in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in May: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average pressure in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1012.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average wind speed in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average humidity in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (61%).

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Average rainfall in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average rainfall in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in May: 218mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average UV index in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in May
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average visibility in May - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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