May weather forecastLos Arabos, Cuba

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Los Arabos, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°C (88.7°F) and min 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Los Arabos records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), almost identical to April's 31.6°C (88.9°F). In Los Arabos, in May, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Los Arabos is 75%.

Rainfall

In Los Arabos, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 20:03 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.