May weather forecast
El Limón, Dominican Republic

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in El Limón, Dominican Republic, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), nearly matching the April temperature. In El Limón, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in El Limón is 82%.

Rainfall

In El Limón, during May, the rain falls for 25.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation. In El Limón, Dominican Republic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.7 days and collects up to 1060mm (41.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in El Limón is 13h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:11 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Limón. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.