May weather forecastVeraguas, Panama

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Veraguas, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

Entering May, Veraguas's average high-temperature reads a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Veraguas is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Veraguas, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout May, 181mm (7.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Veraguas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:39 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Veraguas, Panama, is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Veraguas, Panama, are January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.