May weather forecastGlasgow, Jamaica

May weather for Glasgow, Jamaica: The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Glasgow, Jamaica, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 26.4°C (79.5°F). January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow, Jamaica.

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Glasgow, Jamaica, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), barely varying from April's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Nighttime temperatures in Glasgow during May report a consistent average of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Glasgow, in May, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation. In Glasgow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 236.8 days and collects up to 822mm (32.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Glasgow, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

In Glasgow, 28.8°C (83.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.4°C (79.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Glasgow, Jamaica, in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

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

In May, the average sunshine duration in Glasgow, Jamaica, is 11.2h.

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

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow, Jamaica.

In Glasgow, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (24.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average rainfall in May: 109mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (112mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average rainfall days in May: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glasgow, 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: 11h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Glasgow, Jamaica

  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Glasgow, 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).