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 snowfall in May
- Average snowfall 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 onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), hardly differing from April's 27.7°C (81.9°F). May records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F) in Friendship, Jamaica.Heat index
The heat index in May is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Humidity
May, June, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Friendship, during May, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. In Friendship, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.4 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Friendship, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, in Friendship, Jamaica, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:41 EST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Friendship is 10.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full 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
Is it hot in Friendship during May?
What is the most humid month in Friendship?
What is the average humidity in May in Friendship?
How much does it rain in Friendship in May?
When it does not snow in Friendship?
How many hours of daylight does Friendship have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Friendship?
How long on average sun shines in May in Friendship?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Friendship?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Friendship?
Average temperature in May
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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 5min
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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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
Friendship, 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).
