May weather forecastMaraca, Panama

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Maraca, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°C (74.7°F) and max 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into May reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), mirroring a close resemblance to April. Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Maraca, in May, it is raining for 28.7 days, with typically 199mm (7.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Maraca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.2 days and collects up to 1776mm (69.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:42 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.