May weather forecastButucu, Aruba

May

Weather in May

May sets the stage for summer in Butucu, Aruba, marked by an elevation in both temperature and humidity. Slight disturbances in the climate are countered by the stable wind speed complemented by extended daylight. Despite the beginning of the summer season, rainfall remains prevalent at 27mm (1.06"), providing occasional respite from the heat. Undeterred by the minor climatic changes, life in Butucu moves at its usual pace. It's an ideal time for swimming and sunbathing by the beach.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Butucu, Aruba, sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F), hardly diverging from April's 27.2°C (81°F). Butucu in May experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Butucu, Aruba, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Butucu, there are 184.2 rainfall days, and 472mm (18.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Butucu, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of May, in Butucu, Aruba, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:01 AST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Butucu, Aruba. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Butucu during May are 27.7°C (81.9°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 83%, May is the most humid month.

In May, the average relative humidity in Butucu is 83%.

In Butucu, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Butucu is 12h and 43min.

On the first day of May in Butucu, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:01 AST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Butucu is 8.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Butucu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The months with the lowest UV index in Butucu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average wind speed in May: 34.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (37.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (26.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average rainfall in May: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.6 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • 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
Butucu, Aruba

  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Butucu, Aruba

  • 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).