May weather forecast
Babbs, Barbados

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Babbs, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

April's transformation into May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Nights in Babbs during May maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Babbs is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Babbs, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Babbs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Babbs, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of May, in Babbs, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Babbs is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Babbs are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Babbs in May?

The high-temperature in Babbs during May is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Babbs?

In May, the average relative humidity in Babbs is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Babbs?

In Babbs, Barbados, in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Babbs have in May?

In Babbs, Barbados, the average day length in May is 12h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Babbs?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Babbs?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Babbs, Barbados, is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Babbs?

The months with the highest UV index in Babbs are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

When is the lowest UV index in Babbs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Babbs are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in May in Babbs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Babbs is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average temperature in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average pressure in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average wind speed in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average humidity in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average rainfall in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average rainfall in May: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average rainfall days in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average sunshine days in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average UV index in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average cloud cover in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Babbs, Barbados

Average visibility in May - Babbs, Barbados
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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