May weather forecastGamboa, Panama

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Gamboa, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The initiation of May sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. In May, a low-temperature average of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is characteristic of Gamboa, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gamboa, during May, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation. In Gamboa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 282 days and collects up to 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.