May weather forecastCascade, Jamaica

May

Weather in May

As the city moves towards mid-year, the month of May sees a significant elevation in temperature, touching a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F). The sunlight hours stretch further, adding to the summer warmth. An interesting contrast surfaces with a hike in rainfall, reaching 90mm (3.54") across 18 days. These frequent showers manifest as a respite from the escalating temperatures, providing the city with a perfect blend of heat and cool.

Temperature

Transitioning from April to May, Cascade observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Cascade's May nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cascade, Jamaica, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:45 EST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

January, March through December, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Cascade, is 28.6°C (83.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.6°C (78.1°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

In Cascade, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May is 13h and 0min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:45 EST.

In Cascade, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Cascade, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

27.9°C

28.6°C

29.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.1km/h

15.6km/h

17.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.1

11.6

12.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average high temperature in May: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 25.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average pressure in May: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average wind speed in May: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13km/h).

Average humidity in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average rainfall in May: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cascade, Jamaica

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: 10h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Cascade, Jamaica

Average cloud cover in May: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, May and November (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Cascade, Jamaica

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).