May weather forecastAlexandra, Barbados

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Alexandra, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into May is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing an insignificant shift from April's 27.4°C (81.3°F). The low temperature average during May reflects a slight decrease to a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) from the day's peak.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In Alexandra, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Alexandra, during May, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alexandra, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Alexandra, in May, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

In Alexandra, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In Alexandra, in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

In Alexandra, the average day length in May is 12h and 45min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, in Alexandra, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Alexandra is 9.7h.

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

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

27.4°C

28.3°C

28.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

25.4km/h

26.2km/h

28.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.8

1.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average wind speed in May: 25.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average rainfall in May: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average rainfall days in May: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alexandra, Barbados

Average sunshine days in May: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Alexandra, Barbados

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
Alexandra, Barbados

Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Alexandra, Barbados

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).