May weather forecastLos Anastacios, Panama
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Los Anastacios, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).Temperature
The onset of May brings with it an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Los Anastacios experiences an average low-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) in month of May.Heat index
The heat index value during May is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 25.6 days. Throughout May, 173mm (6.81") of precipitation is accumulated. In Los Anastacios, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.3 days and collects up to 1487mm (58.54") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:45 EST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8h.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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average high temperature in May: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average pressure in May: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (62%).
Average rainfall in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average rainfall in May: 173mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (269mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (9mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Los Anastacios, Panama
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
