May weather forecastEl María, Panama

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in El María, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in El María's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) from April's 34°C (93.2°F). The average low-temperature during May nights is a warm 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in El María is 83%.

Rainfall

In El María, in May, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 288mm (11.34") of accumulated precipitation. In El María, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:40 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.