May weather forecastLasam, Philippines

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Lasam, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

Lasam sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is observed in Lasam.

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Lasam, Philippines, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout May, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lasam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1398mm (55.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lasam, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lasam, Philippines, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.