May weather forecastGuáimaro, Cuba

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Guáimaro, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°C (88.9°F) and min 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature registers at a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly identical to April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) in May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Guáimaro, in May, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 202.5 rainfall days, and 785mm (30.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Guáimaro is 13h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:47 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Guáimaro. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.