May weather forecastRio Rita, Panama

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rio Rita, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and an average low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

May, with an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low of 25.6°C (78.1°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23.8 days. Throughout May, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rio Rita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 266.8 days and collects up to 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The warmest time of the year in Rio Rita, Panama, is May, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

The average high-temperature, in May, in Rio Rita, is 29.1°C (84.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.6°C (78.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Rio Rita is 84%.

In Rio Rita, in May, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation.

In Rio Rita, the average day length in May is 12h and 33min.

On the first day of May in Rio Rita, Panama, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Rio Rita are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rio Rita, Panama, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

29°C

29.1°C

28.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.6km/h

8.9km/h

8.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.3

5.3

4.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

46%

48%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in May
Rio Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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 Rita, 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).