May weather forecastNamasigue, Honduras

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Namasigue, Honduras, with an average temperature varying between 33.5°C (92.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing little difference from April's 35.8°C (96.4°F). Throughout May, Namasigue witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. 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. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Namasigue, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Namasigue, during May, the rain falls for 25.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Namasigue, there are 190.5 rainfall days, and 1065mm (41.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Namasigue, Honduras, is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of May, in Namasigue, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:12 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

January through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.