May weather forecastChapab, Mexico

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chapab, is another torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24°C (75.2°F) and an average high of 35.4°C (95.7°F).

Temperature

May is the month when Chapab sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 35.4°C (95.7°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months in Chapab.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout May, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 543mm (21.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Chapab is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Chapab.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Chapab. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.