May weather forecastBlades, Barbados

May

Weather in May

May marks the onset of the rainy season in Blades, Barbados. Variables like moisture and heat distinctly rise, setting off more extensive rainfall amounting to 44mm (1.73"). Days have noticeable cloud cover, yet maintain 12.7 daylight hours, providing a healthy balance. The wind, relatively calm, emphasizes the tropical flavor of the city during this period. Approaching the end of May, weather changes become more pronounced as it transitions into a heavier rainy season.

Temperature

Blades's average high-temperature in May sits at a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing little difference from the previous month. Blades maintains an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) throughout May's nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Blades, in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Blades is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Blades is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Blades 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

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

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures in Blades vary between a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In May, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May is 12h and 44min.

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, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

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

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

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

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

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

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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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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
Blades, 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).