May weather forecastAntón Díaz, Cuba

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Antón Díaz, Cuba, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

As Antón Díaz moves into May, a slight change to a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) in the average high-temperature aligns it with April's readings. Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. 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 typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Antón Díaz, Cuba, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Antón Díaz, there are 206 rainfall days, and 740mm (29.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:47. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 20:00 CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Antón Díaz is 10.2h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Antón Díaz. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.