May weather forecastEl Cristo, Cuba
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in El Cristo, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°C (70.5°F) and 30°C (86°F).Temperature
May's onset brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), showing a minute difference from April's 29.7°C (85.5°F). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F).Heat index
May's mean heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. 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 are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
In El Cristo, Cuba, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 24.9 days and typically aggregates up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.Daylight
In El Cristo, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of May, in El Cristo, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:38 CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in El Cristo is 10.9h.UV index
May through September, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average high temperature in May: 30°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (19.3°C).
Average pressure in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).
Average rainfall in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average rainfall in May: 133mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).
Average rainfall days in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in May: 24.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in May: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).
Average UV index in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
El Cristo, Cuba
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (8km).
