May weather forecast
Riobamba, Ecuador

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Weather in May

In Riobamba, Ecuador, May brings a reprieve from the prevalent rainy weather. There is a noticeable decrease in both rainfall and snowfall compared to April, with the snow accumulating up to 66mm (2.6"). Despite the persistent high cloud cover, the amount of sunshine hours sees a slight increase, bringing more brightness to the city. The transitional month's wind speed sees a hike, adding an extra layer of coolness to the mild temperature ranges. As May passes, one can expect a further drop in the likelihood of precipitation.

Temperature

Riobamba, Ecuador, experiences a transition to a still cool 12.7°C (54.9°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 12.8°C (55°F). Riobamba's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a cold 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Riobamba, Ecuador, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Riobamba, in May, it is raining for 30.3 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Riobamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 327.5 days and collects up to 1706mm (67.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Riobamba, in May, during 3.6 snowfall days, 66mm (2.6") of snow is typically accumulated. In Riobamba, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 694mm (27.32") of snow.

Daylight

In Riobamba, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Riobamba, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

Sunshine

In Riobamba, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Riobamba?

The high-temperature, in May, in Riobamba, records 12.7°C (54.9°F), while the low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Riobamba?

In Riobamba, Ecuador, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

How much does it rain in Riobamba in May?

In Riobamba, Ecuador, in May, it is raining for 30.3 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Riobamba?

In May, in Riobamba, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Riobamba?

In May, the average day length in Riobamba, Ecuador, is 12h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Riobamba?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Riobamba have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Riobamba is 7.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Riobamba?

January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Riobamba?

In Riobamba, Ecuador, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average temperature in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (3.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average pressure in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average wind speed in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average humidity in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in May: 151mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in May: 30.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (20.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in May: 66mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The month with the least snowfall is September (18mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall days in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March and August (2.3 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (4.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0 days).

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Average UV index in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average UV index in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, May, June, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, July, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average visibility in May - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and December (7km).

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Riobamba, Ecuador

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