May weather forecastNagtipunan, Philippines

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nagtipunan, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), barely different from April's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Nagtipunan, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Nagtipunan, in May, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 236.2 rainfall days, and 1314mm (51.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 6:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

April through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.