May weather forecastMiahuatlan, Mexico

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Miahuatlan, Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

May reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), slightly varied from April's 29.6°C (85.3°F). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) is experienced.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout May, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 208.9 rainfall days, and 1221mm (48.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of May in Miahuatlan, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In Miahuatlan, Mexico, in May, during 23.5 rainfall days, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May is 12h and 54min.

On the first day of May in Miahuatlan, Mexico, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:55 pm CST.

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

In Miahuatlan, Mexico, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

January through March, May, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Miahuatlan, Mexico.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in May: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (254mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (0.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Miahuatlan, Mexico

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).