May weather forecast
Gizo, Solomon Islands

May marks the onset of Gizo's transition season with marginally cooler sea temperatures and reduced rainfall. This month signifies further reduction in rainfall, down to 270mm (10.63"), while the UV index begins a slow decrease. The temperature range roughly continues on par with April, keeping up the steady tropical climate. As the rainfall lessens and days become clearer, water activities remain a popular choice among tourists.

Temperature

May's presence in Gizo marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly varied from April's 31°C (87.8°F). Nightly temperatures in Gizo drop to an average low of 24°C (75.2°F) in May.

Rainfall

In May, in Gizo, the rain falls for 20 days. Throughout May, 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gizo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 242 days and collects up to 3643mm (143.43") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Gizo is 29.8°C (85.6°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

In Gizo, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of May, in Gizo, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:20 +11.

Sunshine

January, March, May, June, August through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gizo, Solomon Islands, is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 11 during May leads to these instructions:
Practice all-important precautions. Light skin people may get burned in less than 5 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.