May weather forecastSalawag, Philippines

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salawag, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low of 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in April and May, when the average high-temperature ascends to 32.8°C (91°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. 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 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Salawag, Philippines, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Salawag, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199.7 rainfall days, and 705mm (27.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Salawag, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm PST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Salawag, Philippines, are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Salawag experiences its warmest period in April and May, averaging a high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F).

May temperatures in Salawag, Philippines, vary between a high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 45°C (113°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Salawag is 74%.

In Salawag, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Salawag, Philippines, is 12h and 47min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salawag, Philippines, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm PST.

In Salawag, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Salawag.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 32.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average pressure in May: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in May: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Salawag, Philippines

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (9km).