May weather forecastPlaya Azul, Mexico

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Playa Azul, Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May notes a subtle temperature variation to a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F) from April's 29.8°C (85.6°F). In the month of May, Playa Azul's average low-temperature falls to a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Playa Azul, Mexico, is 69%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through March, May through December. May is the first month it rains. Throughout May, in the average 3.2 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 74.1 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of May in Playa Azul, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Playa Azul are March through May and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.