May weather forecast
Ewarton, Jamaica

The first taste of summer greets Ewarton in May. A significant weather pattern emerges with rainfall nearly doubling to 94mm (3.7"). Daytime temperatures notch up, with the mercury indicating readings of around 30.3°C (86.5°F). However, evenings and nights offer cooler respite as temperatures drop to the 20s. Despite the spike in rainfall, the weather sustains a mild and pleasant environment, typical of a Caribbean summer.

Temperature

With May's arrival, Ewarton's weather records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), marking little difference from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). During May, the temperature in Ewarton, Jamaica, tends to dip to an average of 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. 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', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Ewarton, Jamaica, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ewarton, in May, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Ewarton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.1 days and collects up to 806mm (31.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

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, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:40 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.