May weather forecast
Dash Valley, Barbados

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dash Valley, is also a moderately hot month, 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

The initiation of May sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Dash Valley, during May nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Dash Valley, Barbados, the average length of the day in May 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

In May, the average sunshine in Dash Valley is 9.7h.

UV index

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 Dash Valley, Barbados, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dash Valley in May?

Dash Valley in May has an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Dash Valley?

The average relative humidity in May in Dash Valley, Barbados, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dash Valley in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Dash Valley?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dash Valley?

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

How long on average sun shines in May in Dash Valley?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dash Valley is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Dash Valley?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dash Valley?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Dash Valley?

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

Average temperature in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average temperature in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average pressure in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average wind speed in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average humidity in May - Dash Valley, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average rainfall in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average rainfall days in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dash Valley, Barbados
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average sunshine days in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average UV index in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average cloud cover in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Dash Valley, Barbados

Average visibility in May - Dash Valley, 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).

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