May weather forecastBagatelle, Barbados

May

Weather in May

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

Temperature

Bagatelle, Barbados, notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) in May, displaying minor variation from April. Night temperatures during May experience a slight downturn, averaging a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bagatelle is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bagatelle is 9.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bagatelle, Barbados. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bagatelle, Barbados. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Bagatelle, 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', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Bagatelle is 76%.

In Bagatelle, during May, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

In Bagatelle, Barbados, the average day length in May is 12h and 44min.

On the first day of May in Bagatelle, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

In Bagatelle, Barbados, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bagatelle is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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
Bagatelle, 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).