May weather forecastMatanao, Philippines

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Matanao, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

During April and May, Matanao registers its highest temperatures, averaging a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Matanao, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Matanao, in May, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 148mm (5.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 285.4 rainfall days, and 1352mm (53.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Matanao is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Matanao, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

February through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Matanao, Philippines. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The height of temperatures in Matanao, Philippines, is seen during April and May, averaging a high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

In Matanao, 31.3°C (88.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°C (73°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F).

In Matanao, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

In Matanao, Philippines, in May, during 26.3 rainfall days, 148mm (5.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 26min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and October (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average pressure in May: 1009.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in May: 4.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in May: 148mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (165mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (51mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in May: 26.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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