May weather forecast
El Anón, Panama

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in El Anón, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 34°C (93.2°F). El Anón, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling 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 El Anón, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In El Anón, during May, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 288mm (11.34") of precipitation. In El Anón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Anón, Panama, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:38 EST.

Sunshine

In El Anón, Panama, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.