May weather forecastRio Duque, Panama
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Rio Duque, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°C (84.4°F) and min 25.6°C (78.1°F).Temperature
The warmest period tends to be May, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).Heat index
In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
In Rio Duque, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 23.8 days. Throughout May, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rio Duque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 266.8 days and collects up to 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:35 EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 8.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Rio Duque.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Rio Duque are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average high temperature in May: 29.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 25.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average rainfall in May: 108mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average rainfall days in May: 23.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in May
Rio Duque, Panama
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
