May weather forecastLos Mochis, Mexico

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Los Mochis, Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°C (73°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

With May's arrival, Los Mochis's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), marking little difference from April's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During May, Los Mochis's temperature averages to a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 52%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In May, in Los Mochis, Mexico, the rain falls for 1.2 days. Throughout May, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Mochis, there are 71.4 rainfall days, and 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Los Mochis, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Los Mochis is 11.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Mochis, Mexico, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Los Mochis, is 29.9°C (85.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.8°C (73°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

May is the least humid month in Los Mochis, Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

In Los Mochis, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

In Los Mochis, Mexico, in May, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Los Mochis is 13h and 25min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

In Los Mochis, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Mochis, Mexico, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (28.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (16.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Los Mochis, Mexico

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).