May weather forecast
Buena Vista, Panama

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Buena Vista, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

May notes an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), subtly differing from April's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Buena Vista's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Buena Vista, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, in May, it is raining for 29.8 days, with typically 206mm (8.11") of accumulated precipitation. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 308.7 days and collects up to 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Buena Vista, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Buena Vista, with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Buena Vista are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.