May weather forecastJamaica, NY
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Jamaica, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.6°F (18.1°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C).Temperature
With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). Throughout the month of May, Jamaica expects an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month in Jamaica, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In May, in Jamaica, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Jamaica, snow does not fall in April through September.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature in Jamaica is 54.1°F (12.3°C).Note: Staying in 54.1°F (12.3°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Jamaica, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Jamaica, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Jamaica, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 1.65"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 54.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Jamaica, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
