May weather forecast
Settat, Morocco

May in Settat is characterised by a massive leap in temperatures, setting the true onset of summer. The peak summer month records a significant surge in both high and low temperatures, jumping to a sweltering of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 15.1°C (59.2°F) respectively. The city basks in abundant sunshine, clocking up to 13.9 hours a day on average. While the searing sunlight tends to be heavy during the afternoons, the mornings and evenings remain pleasant, providing a relief from the oppressive heat. June maintains this heatwave, leading the residents into the peak summer months.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's 24.3°C (75.7°F) to a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F). Settat witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 15.1°C (59.2°F) throughout May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Settat, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

In Settat, during May, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 rainfall days, and 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Settat is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 20:12. On the last day of May, in Settat, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:33 +01.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

In Settat, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.