May weather forecastZarumilla, Peru

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another warm month in Zarumilla, Peru, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

May ushers in an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Zarumilla logs an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) during the nights of May, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Zarumilla, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Zarumilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 426mm (16.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Zarumilla, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Zarumilla, Peru, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

In Zarumilla, Peru, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zarumilla. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In Zarumilla, in May, the average high-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Zarumilla is 78%.

In May, in Zarumilla, Peru, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Zarumilla, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Zarumilla, Peru, is 9.1h.

February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zarumilla, Peru.

In Zarumilla, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average rainfall in May: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Zarumilla, Peru

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (9km).