May weather forecast
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

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Weather in May

In May, the climate in Gwaunatafu leans towards warmer and drier conditions. With recorded temperature highs of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and relatively lesser rainfall of 193mm (7.6"), the landscape takes a turn from lush green to warm gold. This transformation contributes to the feeling of long, languid summer days. Despite the rise in temperature, the city never ceases to charm with a variety of weather elements. Daylight hours reduce slightly, and the interplay of sunshine and clouds shape unique weather patterns in May.

Temperature

April and May are identified as the warmest months in Gwaunatafu, with an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Gwaunatafu, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gwaunatafu, in May, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 193mm (7.6") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 329.1 rainfall days, and 2481mm (97.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gwaunatafu, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of May, in Gwaunatafu, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:04 +11.

Sunshine

In Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

April through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Gwaunatafu?

The warmest period in Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands, with an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F), falls in April and May.

How hot is it in Gwaunatafu in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Gwaunatafu, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26.6°C (79.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Gwaunatafu?

The average relative humidity in May in Gwaunatafu is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gwaunatafu in May?

In Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands, in May, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 193mm (7.6") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In May, the average day length in Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands, is 11h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gwaunatafu?

On the first day of May in Gwaunatafu, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:04 +11.

How many hours of sunshine does Gwaunatafu have in May?

In Gwaunatafu, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Gwaunatafu?

April through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gwaunatafu?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average temperature in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (25.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average pressure in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average pressure in May: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1010.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1006.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average wind speed in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average humidity in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, November and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average rainfall in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average rainfall in May: 193mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (305mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (118mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average rainfall days in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (24 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average sunshine days in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (3.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, March and December (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average UV index in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average cloud cover in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands

Average visibility in May - Gwaunatafu, Solomon Islands
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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