May weather forecastNegril, Jamaica

Weather in May

May, in Negril signals the commencement of the wet season, with heightened rainfall coupled with nearly steady temperature patterns. The rainfall drastically towers to 271mm (10.67") throughout 11 days, making it the month with the second highest rainfall in the year. Despite this, the sea temperature heightens, drawing in both local and visiting swimming enthusiasts. The daylight hours peak at 13 hours, while the UV Index continues to pose a high risk of sunburn. June will concurrently maintain the high precipitation trend but with an added bonus of peak sea temperatures for the year.

Temperature

With May's arrival, Negril, Jamaica, notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), maintaining the same temperature as the preceding month. During May, the average low-temperature is a warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Rainfall

In May, in Negril, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 271mm (10.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Negril, Jamaica, there are 127 rainfall days, and 1973mm (77.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Negril, in May, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water-related activities in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered highly enjoyable and satisfying for longer durations without uneasiness.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Negril is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of May, in Negril, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:45 EST.

Sunshine

In Negril, the average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Negril are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during May leads to these instructions:
Carry out all vital precautions. Protection from sun exposure is a must. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.