May weather forecastCliff Cottage, Barbados

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cliff Cottage, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. In Cliff Cottage, May nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Cliff Cottage, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
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

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

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 Cliff Cottage. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. 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. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

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

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

The average relative humidity in May in Cliff Cottage is 76%.

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

In May, the average day length in Cliff Cottage, Barbados, 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 Cliff Cottage, Barbados, the average sunshine duration in May 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 Cliff Cottage.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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
Cliff Cottage, 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).