May weather forecastTumauini, Philippines

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Tumauini, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°C (73°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

May begins with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Throughout the month of May, Tumauini sees a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Tumauini, in May, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 152mm (5.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 303 rainfall days, and 1316mm (51.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 6:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through September, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.