May weather forecast
Marianao, Cuba

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Marianao, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°C (88°F) and min 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

Marianao, Cuba, starts May with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from April. Marianao records a mean low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Marianao, Cuba, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Marianao, Cuba, in May, during 19.2 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marianao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.8 days and collects up to 802mm (31.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Marianao, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Marianao, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:11 CDT.

Sunshine

In Marianao, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.