May weather forecastPalenque, Mexico

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Palenque, Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.7°C (72.9°F) and an average high of 35.2°C (95.4°F).

Temperature

May's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still torrid 35.2°C (95.4°F) from April's 35.6°C (96.1°F). Palenque, in the heat of May, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 22.7°C (72.9°F) during the nights.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Palenque, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In Palenque, Mexico, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. In Palenque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.7 days and collects up to 1325mm (52.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Palenque, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Palenque, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Palenque is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Palenque is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.