May weather forecastEguia, Philippines

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Eguia, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°C (89.2°F) and min 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

Eguia in May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), indicating a slight variation from April's 32°C (89.6°F). The low-temperature average for Eguia during May stands at a moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Eguia, during May, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 248.8 rainfall days, and 1787mm (70.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is May, with an average sea temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F).
Note: Partaking in water activities can feel less exhilarating when temperatures climb over 30°C (86°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:28 pm PST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

February through June, August 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly amplifies the Sun's UV radiation.