May weather forecastTahmek, Mexico

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tahmek, is another very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 24°C (75.2°F) and 35.4°C (95.7°F).

Temperature

May, with its high-temperature average of 35.4°C (95.7°F) and a low-temperature average of 24°C (75.2°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months in Tahmek.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout May, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 536mm (21.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tahmek, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.