May weather forecastBoca de Cupe, Panama

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Boca de Cupe, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), hardly deviating from April. Boca de Cupe, in May, experiences an average temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) at night.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance 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.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout May, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 331.3 rainfall days, and 2112mm (83.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Boca de Cupe, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:24 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

January through March, May, June, August, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Boca de Cupe, is 30°C (86°F) and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is appraised at 40°C (104°F).

With an average relative humidity of 87%, May is the most humid month.

The average relative humidity in May is 87%.

In Boca de Cupe, in May, during 28.3 rainfall days, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

On the first day of May in Boca de Cupe, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:24 EST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, June, August, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Boca de Cupe, Panama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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Jun

Average high temperature

29.9°C

30°C

30.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.1km/h

6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.7

2.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average high temperature in May: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are March and December (29.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (22.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average pressure in May: 1010.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1010.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average wind speed in May: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (84%).

Average rainfall in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average rainfall in May: 214mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (232mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (69mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average rainfall days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (23.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average sunshine days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (3.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, July, September and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, August, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May
Boca de Cupe, Panama

Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August, September, October and November (7km).