May weather forecast
Highland, Barbados

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Highland, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

Highland, Barbados, ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Highland's nocturnal May readings average at a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Highland, during May, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Highland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Highland 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 in Highland, Barbados, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Highland?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Highland are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Highland?
In Highland, Barbados, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.
How many days does it rain in May in Highland?
In Highland, Barbados, during May, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Highland have in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Highland?
On the first day of May in Highland, 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.
How long on average sun shines in May in Highland?
The average sunshine duration in May in Highland, Barbados, is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Highland?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Highland, Barbados.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland?
The months with the lowest UV index in Highland are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in May in Highland?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Highland, Barbados, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Highland, Barbados
Average temperature in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average pressure in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average wind speed in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average humidity in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average rainfall in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average rainfall days in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Highland, 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).

Average sunshine days in May - Highland, Barbados
Average sunshine days in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average UV index in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average cloud cover in May
Highland, 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 - Highland, Barbados
Average visibility in May
Highland, 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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