May weather forecast
Scotts Head, Dominica

May brings about the start of the primary wet season in Scotts Head, with heavy downpours prevalent around this time of the year. Bobbying up to 185mm (7.28"), this month witnesses nearly double the amount of April's rainfall. The months to follow echo this, receiving high amounts of precipitation coupled with prolonged daylight. The shift towards wetter weather, accompanied by increases in temperature and daylight hours, coincides with the onset of the region's rainy season. Going into June, you can expect similar weather trends, in which the wet conditions prevail, while daylight and high temperatures remain relatively unchanged.

Temperature

Scotts Head sees the highest average temperatures during the months of May through October, peaking at 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scotts Head, there are 219 rainfall days, and 1996mm (78.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Scotts Head, in May, the average water temperature is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Scotts Head is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of May, in Scotts Head, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:32 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Scotts Head. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Following every swim or outdoor workout, a sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 should be liberally applied and re-applied frequently, even on overcast days. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.