May weather forecast
Corpus Cristi, Nicaragua

May, the last month of the spring in Corpus Cristi, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

May reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), slightly varied from April's 34.6°C (94.3°F). Corpus Cristi experiences an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) in month of May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Corpus Cristi, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Corpus Cristi, in May, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 208mm (8.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 203.8 rainfall days, and 1319mm (51.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Corpus Cristi is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:07 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.