May weather forecast
Elpidio Gomez, Cuba

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Elpidio Gomez, Cuba, with an average temperature varying between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Elpidio Gomez experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In May, Elpidio Gomez reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. 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. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elpidio Gomez, during May, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elpidio Gomez, there are 214.1 rainfall days, and 820mm (32.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elpidio Gomez is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 20:01 CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.