May weather forecastDiamond Valley, Barbados

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Diamond Valley, 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

May's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), barely different from April's 27.4°C (81.3°F). During May, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Diamond Valley, Barbados, during May, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Diamond Valley, there are 234.1 rainfall days, and 709mm (27.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day 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, in Diamond Valley, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 Diamond Valley. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

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

The high-temperature in Diamond Valley during May is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In Diamond Valley, 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, in Diamond Valley, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents 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
Diamond Valley, Barbados

Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°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
Diamond 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).

Average wind speed in May
Diamond 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 (19.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Diamond 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Diamond 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).

Average rainfall days in May
Diamond 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).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Diamond Valley, 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
Diamond 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).

Average UV index in May
Diamond 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Diamond 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).

Average visibility in May
Diamond 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).