May weather forecastSanta Rita, Panama

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Santa Rita, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

Santa Rita's average high-temperature marks a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) with the advent of May, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Throughout the month of May, Santa Rita witnesses an average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Santa Rita, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Santa Rita, in May, during 29.8 rainfall days, 206mm (8.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Rita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 308.7 days and collects up to 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Santa Rita is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Santa Rita is May, with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.