May weather forecast
Almirante, Panama

May, the last month of the spring in Almirante, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Almirante welcomes an average low temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) in May, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, May is the most humid month in Almirante.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout May, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Almirante, there are 197.8 rainfall days, and 826mm (32.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:46 EST.

Sunshine

In Almirante, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.