May weather forecast
Canaries, Saint Lucia

May in Canaries, Saint Lucia takes a significant stride towards the tropical summer, characterized by warmer days and frequent showers. It differentiates itself from April with a minor uptick in temperatures and a noticeable hike in humidity, culminating in increased rainfall. This transition is firmly guided by the lengthening daylight hours, ensuring ample sun exposure throughout the month. Despite the increased rainfall, the reduced wind speed contributes to calm sea conditions, making it a suitable period for water-based activities. Canaries' May weather encapsulates the essence of tropical Caribbean summers.

Temperature

Canaries, Saint Lucia, in May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), indicating a slight variation from April's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Canaries's nighttime temperatures in May display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a still warm 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Canaries, the rain falls for 22.9 days. Throughout May, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 255.2 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Canaries, the average seawater temperature in May is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

In Canaries, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, in Canaries, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:28 AST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.