May weather forecast
Zaragoza, Guatemala

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Zaragoza, Guatemala, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°C (84.4°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Zaragoza experiences an average high-temperature of a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. May's average low-temperature reading in Zaragoza settles at an agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Zaragoza, Guatemala, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Zaragoza, in May, during 27.1 rainfall days, 218mm (8.58") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zaragoza, there are 228.7 rainfall days, and 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Zaragoza, Guatemala, is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:29 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Zaragoza in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Zaragoza, 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. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Zaragoza?
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.
How much does it rain in Zaragoza in May?
In Zaragoza, during May, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 218mm (8.58") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Zaragoza have in May?
In Zaragoza, Guatemala, the average day length in May is 12h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Zaragoza?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:29 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Zaragoza have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Zaragoza?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Zaragoza.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Zaragoza?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in May in Zaragoza?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Zaragoza, Guatemala, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average pressure in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average humidity in May
Zaragoza, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average rainfall days in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Zaragoza, 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).

Average UV index in May
Zaragoza, 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
Zaragoza, 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).

Average visibility in May
Zaragoza, 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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