Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), barely different from April's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Playa Ancon records a mean low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) in May.Heat index
The heat index for May is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are May and September, with an average 196mm (7.72") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Playa Ancon is 13h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:59 CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Playa Ancon, Cuba, is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average high temperature in May: 28.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 22.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average wind speed in May: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average rainfall in May: 196mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and September (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (21mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average rainfall days in May: 24.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Playa Ancon, Cuba
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (9km).
