May weather forecastBelén, Honduras

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Belén, Honduras, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.6°C (65.5°F) and max 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

Belén's average high-temperature in May is a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 28.8°C (83.8°F) of April. Belén experiences an average low-temperature reading of 18.6°C (65.5°F) throughout May.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In Belén, Honduras, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28.7 days. Throughout May, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Belén, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1457mm (57.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

Belén in May has an average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

In Belén, during May, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 49min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

In Belén, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average rainfall in May: 213mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (218mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average rainfall days in May: 28.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Belén, Honduras

  • 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 18min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (8.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Belén, Honduras

  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is April (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October, November and December (5km).