May weather forecast
Chicá, Panama

May introduces Chicá, Panama to a pronounced rainy season accompanied by subtle temperature decreases. The average high temperature drops slightly to 29.8°C (85.6°F), providing a bit of respite from the rising heat. A significant upsurge in rainfall is observed with an average of 206mm (8.11"), accounting for most days receiving some amount of precipitation. Coinciding with the start of the wet season, May experiences a marked rise in humidity levels up to 85%. Despite these changes, there is sufficient sunlight with estimated daylight hours stretching to 12.5 hours.

Temperature

The advent of May sees the average high-temperature at a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), subtly shifted from April's 30.7°C (87.3°F). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 24.6°C (76.3°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chicá, during May, the rain falls for 29.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 206mm (8.11") of precipitation. In Chicá, during the entire year, the rain falls for 308.7 days and collects up to 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chicá is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, in Chicá, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.