May weather forecast
Jacagua, Dominican Republic

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Jacagua, Dominican Republic, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

May's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), barely different from April's 28.9°C (84°F). During May, Jacagua's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Jacagua, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jacagua, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Jacagua, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Jacagua, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:12 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.

UV index

May through July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.