Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Montego Bay, Jamaica, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Montego Bay throughout May hovers around 69%.
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In May, Montego Bay averages 240 mm (9.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 23 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 38 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 58% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Montego Bay reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||