May weather forecastCollins, Barbados

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Collins, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°C (80.2°F) and max 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

As Collins transitions into May, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Collins maintains a consistent average nighttime low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) throughout May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Collins, in May, during 21.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Collins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Collins 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

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

An average high-temperature, in May, in Collins, is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

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

In Collins, Barbados, in May, during 21.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

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.

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

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Collins is 7. A UV Index estimate 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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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

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1.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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
Collins, 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).