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 start of May sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), showing little difference from April's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Otra Banda records an average nighttime low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) in May.Heat index
May's average heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Otra Banda, during May, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Otra Banda, there are 232.2 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:07 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in May: 29.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (21.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in May: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in May: 63mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
