May weather forecast
Alto de la Estancia, Panama

May, the last month of the spring in Alto de la Estancia, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), closely related to the 32.3°C (90.1°F) observed in April. In May, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Alto de la Estancia, in May, it is raining for 27.4 days, with typically 181mm (7.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Alto de la Estancia is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, in Alto de la Estancia, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

Sunshine

In Alto de la Estancia, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Alto de la Estancia are January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.