May weather forecastEncounter Bay, Australia
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the autumn in Encounter Bay, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°C (54.9°F) and 17°C (62.6°F).Temperature
The transition into May marks the average high-temperature at a still enjoyable 17°C (62.6°F), differing minimally from April's 19.9°C (67.8°F). An average temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) is logged during the nights of May in Encounter Bay, a small step down from daytime highs.Humidity
In Encounter Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Encounter Bay, Australia, in May, the average water temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F).Note: The majority of people find swimming in 16.9°C (62.4°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 16min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm ACST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Encounter Bay are May and June, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Encounter Bay are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average high temperature in May: 17°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 12.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average pressure in May: 1020.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average wind speed in May: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (13.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average rainfall in May: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average sea temperature in May: 16.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average sunshine days in May: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Encounter Bay, Australia
- 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).
