May weather forecastSanta Rita, Philippines
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Santa Rita, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°C (79.5°F) and max 31.4°C (88.5°F).Temperature
The warmest period tends to be May, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).Heat index
The average heat index in May is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Santa Rita, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Santa Rita, in May, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 237.5 rainfall days, and 1892mm (74.49") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.On the first day of May in Santa Rita, 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 6:23 pm PST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Santa Rita are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average high temperature in May: 31.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23°C).
Average pressure in May
Santa Rita, 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 (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average wind speed in May: 8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average rainfall in May: 119mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (424mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Rita, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average sunshine days in May: 4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Santa Rita, 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
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
Santa Rita, Philippines
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
