May weather forecastSao Arriba, Cuba

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sao Arriba, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

The start of May brings an average high temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), closely paralleling April's weather. Throughout May, Sao Arriba anticipates an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance 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.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sao Arriba, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sao Arriba, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 261mm (10.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of May in Sao Arriba, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:42 CDT.

Sunshine

In Sao Arriba, Cuba, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sao Arriba. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.