May weather forecastHuehuetlán, Mexico

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Huehuetlán, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

In Huehuetlán, the average temperatures in May are the highest, with a peak at 32°C (89.6°F) and a low of 19°C (66.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Huehuetlán is 72%.

Rainfall

In Huehuetlán, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. In Huehuetlán, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.2 days and collects up to 664mm (26.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Huehuetlán, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of May in Huehuetlán, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Huehuetlán is 9.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Huehuetlán, Mexico. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.