May weather forecastTaal, Philippines

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Taal, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

Taal's May weather, marked by an average high temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Taal, Philippines, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Taal, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Taal, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.1 days and collects up to 602mm (23.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Taal is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:20 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Taal, Philippines, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Taal are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.