May weather forecastLa Tiza, Panama

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in La Tiza, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

May's average high-temperature is a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), maintaining a close comparison with April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). An average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. 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. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In La Tiza, during May, the rain falls for 28.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 La Tiza. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.