May weather forecastMapulaca, Honduras
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Mapulaca, Honduras, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°C (91.2°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).Temperature
The advent of May observes an average high-temperature of a hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), nearly identical to April's 35°C (95°F). An average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is noted during the nights in May in Mapulaca.Heat index
In May, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.4 days and accumulates 150mm (5.91") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Mapulaca, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 47min.On the first day of May in Mapulaca, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:19 CST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Mapulaca, Honduras, is 10.8h.UV index
January, May, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average high temperature in May: 32.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (35°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average pressure in May: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average wind speed in May: 4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and September (3.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average rainfall in May: 150mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (150mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average rainfall days in May: 24.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Mapulaca, Honduras
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (7km).
