May weather forecastPantanal, Mexico
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Pantanal, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 16.4°C (61.5°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).Temperature
Pantanal experiences its highest temperatures in May, with an average peak of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and a low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).Heat index
May's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Pantanal, Mexico, is 59%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pantanal, Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 1589mm (62.56") of precipitation.Daylight
In Pantanal, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of May, in Pantanal, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 6:37 pm MST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Pantanal. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average high temperature in May: 33.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 16.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average pressure in May: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average humidity in May: 59%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (55%).
Average rainfall in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average rainfall in May: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (415mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average sunshine days in May: 25.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average cloud cover in May: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Pantanal, Mexico
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (6km).
