May weather forecast
Omaja, Cuba

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

Temperature

Omaja's shift into May sets the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). In Omaja, an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is expected during May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Omaja, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Omaja is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:44 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

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 average person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.