May weather forecastCotorro, Cuba

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Cotorro, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The shift into May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly varied from April's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Cotorro, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Cotorro, in May, during 15.7 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cotorro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 533mm (20.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cotorro is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:10 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cotorro, Cuba. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.