Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Pacayas, Costa Rica, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (58°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pacayas throughout May hovers around 69%.
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In May, Pacayas averages 532 mm (21.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 12% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Pacayas reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||