May weather forecastAngels, Jamaica

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Angels, Jamaica, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°C (72.5°F) and max 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

As Angels welcomes May, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing little deviation from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). Angels cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Angels, Jamaica, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout May, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. In Angels, Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.1 days and collects up to 806mm (31.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Angels, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, in Angels, Jamaica, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:39 EST.

Sunshine

In Angels, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average 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. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.