May weather forecast
Tola, Nicaragua

May, the last month of the spring in Tola, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. In Tola, the nocturnal temperatures throughout May show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a warm 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Tola, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Tola, in May, during 20.7 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.9 days and collects up to 717mm (28.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:04 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Tola are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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 days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.