May weather forecastCoyuca de Catalán, Mexico

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Coyuca de Catalán, Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F) and an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Coyuca de Catalán's temperature records reveal May as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and lows of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Coyuca de Catalán, during May, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Coyuca de Catalán, Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.5 days and collects up to 615mm (24.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Coyuca de Catalán are January through May and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Coyuca de Catalán are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.