Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Zapotal, Costa Rica, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (74°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zapotal throughout May hovers around 71%.
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In May, Zapotal averages 382 mm (15.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Zapotal reaches a maximum of 14, 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 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 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 | ||||||