May weather forecast
El Bálsamo, Honduras

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in El Bálsamo, Honduras, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.2°F and max 90°F.

Temperature

During May, the average high-temperature is a still hot 90°F, maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. The nights of May anticipate an average low-temperature of 71.2°F.

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a scorching 111.2°F. Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In El Bálsamo, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In El Bálsamo, in May, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 5.43" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Bálsamo, there are 273.3 rainfall days, and 49.84" of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, in El Bálsamo, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in El Bálsamo is 10.5h.

UV index

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Bálsamo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.