May weather forecast
El Nancito, Panama

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in El Nancito, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

El Nancito experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) with the onset of May, maintaining near parity with April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in El Nancito is 81%.

Rainfall

In El Nancito, Panama, during May, the rain falls for 28.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. In El Nancito, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in El Nancito is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

In El Nancito, Panama, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Nancito. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.