May weather forecastTapalapa, Mexico

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Tapalapa, Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 20°C (68°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), indicating a minimal shift from April's 32°C (89.6°F). Nighttime temperatures in Tapalapa, Mexico, consistently average an agreeable 20°C (68°F) during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Tapalapa, Mexico, in May, during 21.9 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.7 rainfall days, and 1131mm (44.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Tapalapa is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Tapalapa, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 6:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Tapalapa, Mexico, is May, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Tapalapa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.