May weather forecastBalaybay, Philippines

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Balaybay, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 26.4°C (79.5°F), May stands out as the warmest month.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index 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. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Balaybay, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Balaybay, the rain falls for 25.1 days. Throughout May, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Balaybay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.5 days and collects up to 1892mm (74.49") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 6:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Balaybay, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

May is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

In May, in Balaybay, the average high-temperature is 31.4°C (88.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Balaybay, Philippines, in May, during 25.1 rainfall days, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May is 12h and 49min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 6:25 pm PST.

In Balaybay, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in May: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23°C).

Average pressure in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average pressure in May: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in May: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in May: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (424mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in May: 25.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in May: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Balaybay, Philippines

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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