Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April transitions into May, the average high-temperature rests at a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. A consistent nighttime average temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) is maintained in Ellerton during May.Heat index
The average heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Ellerton, in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. In Ellerton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Ellerton is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Ellerton is 9.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ellerton, Barbados, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Ellerton are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Ellerton?
How many days does it rain in May in Ellerton?
How many hours of daylight does Ellerton have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ellerton?
How many hours of sunshine does Ellerton have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Ellerton?
When is the lowest UV index in Ellerton?
How high is the UV index in May in Ellerton?
Average temperature in May
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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
Ellerton, 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).
Ellerton, Barbados
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