May weather forecastLangka, Philippines

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Langka, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Langka witnesses its highest average temperatures during April and May, peaking at 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Langka, Philippines, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Langka, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. In Langka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 895mm (35.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Langka, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Langka, Philippines, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Langka. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.