May weather forecastPapalote, TX
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Papalote, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.6°F (29.8°C) and an average low of 71.4°F (21.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C). May nights in Papalote cool down to an average low-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C).Heat index
During May, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.
Humidity
The most humid month in Papalote is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Papalote, in May, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Papalote, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 11.73" (298mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Papalote, snow does not fall in January, March through December.Daylight
In Papalote, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, in Papalote, Texas, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In Papalote, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Papalote, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 71.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Papalote, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Papalote, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 11.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Papalote, TX
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Papalote, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.14"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and October (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Papalote, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Papalote, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Papalote, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Papalote, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Papalote, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Papalote, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Papalote, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in May
Papalote, TX
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
