May weather forecastZarraga, Philippines

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Zarraga, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and lows of 26.3°C (79.3°F), May is the warmest month.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Zarraga, Philippines, in May, during 24.8 rainfall days, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zarraga, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 250 days and collects up to 1100mm (43.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.