May weather forecast
Diriá, Nicaragua

May, the last month of the spring in Diriá, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°C (90.5°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

May's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), showing little deviation from April's 34.2°C (93.6°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 25.1°C (77.2°F) during May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body 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 heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Diriá, during May, the rain falls for 23.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 231mm (9.09") of precipitation. In Diriá, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.3 days and collects up to 1556mm (61.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, in Diriá, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:05 CST.

Sunshine

In Diriá, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.