May weather forecastAmazonas, Cuba

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Amazonas, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

As April turns into May, the average high-temperatures rest at a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. In May, Amazonas experiences a temperature dip to an average of 21.8°C (71.2°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Amazonas is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Amazonas is May, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Amazonas is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of May, in Amazonas, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:56 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Amazonas is 9.7h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Amazonas. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.