JamaicaThe weather in May in Saint Thomas
It's hot in May in Saint Thomas with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
May is a good month to be in Saint Thomas for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Saint Thomas, Jamaica. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2020, Saint Thomas reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Saint Thomas
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Saint Thomas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Saint Thomas | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Saint Thomas with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Saint Thomas is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Saint Thomas, Jamaica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Saint Thomas
Temperature in May in Saint Thomas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Saint Thomas, Jamaica. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Saint Thomas
Total precipitation in May in Saint Thomas over the years
Daily UV index in May in Saint Thomas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Saint Thomas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Saint Thomas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Saint Thomas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.