May weather forecastSanta Ines, Philippines

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Santa Ines, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 33.9°C (93°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Santa Ines's high-temperatures adjust to a still hot 33.9°C (93°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Santa Ines's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Santa Ines, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Santa Ines, during May, the rain falls for 26.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 178mm (7.01") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 259.4 rainfall days, and 1809mm (71.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:24 pm PST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.