May weather forecastContent, Jamaica
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Content, Jamaica, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°C (77°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).Temperature
Content observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between April's 27.7°C (81.9°F) and May's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Throughout the nights in May, Content notes an average low of 25°C (77°F), a small dip from the daytime peak.Heat index
May's average heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Content are May, June, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In May, in Content, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout May, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is accumulated. In Content, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.4 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Content, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Content is 12h and 59min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:39 EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.9h.UV index
April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 25°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average pressure in May: 1013.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in May: 15.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in May: 82mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).
Average snowfall in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Content, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Content, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in May
Content, 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).
