May weather forecast
Herrera, Dominican Republic

May, the last month of the spring in Herrera, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°C (84.4°F) and min 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Herrera greets May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Herrera, in May, experiences an average temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Herrera, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Herrera, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:12 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.