Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), closely related to the 30.1°C (86.2°F) observed in April. During May, an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) is observed in El Arenal.Heat index
May's heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In El Arenal, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In El Arenal, during May, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 232mm (9.13") of precipitation. In El Arenal, Nicaragua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.2 days and collects up to 1207mm (47.52") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in El Arenal is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:06 CST.
Sunshine
In El Arenal, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in El Arenal are January, May, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average high temperature in May: 28°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 19.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).
Average pressure in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average pressure in May: 1011.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average rainfall in May: 232mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).
Average rainfall days in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (10.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and October (1 days).
Average UV index in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average cloud cover in May: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in May
El Arenal, Nicaragua
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (5km).
El Arenal, Nicaragua
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