May weather forecastPalmarito, Cuba

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Palmarito, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.7°C (72.9°F) and max 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

Palmarito's May average high-temperature settles at a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Palmarito's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.7°C (72.9°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Palmarito, in May, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmarito, Cuba, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palmarito, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:44 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Palmarito is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.