May weather forecastSola, Cuba

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Sola, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. In May, Sola encounters an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) during the night.

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Sola, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sola, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout May, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.1 days and collects up to 820mm (32.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:49 CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sola is 9.8h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sola. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.