May weather forecastHusbands, Barbados

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Husbands, Barbados, 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 commencement of May notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. May nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Husbands, in May, during 21.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Husbands, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

Sunshine

In Husbands, 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. The months with the lowest UV index in Husbands are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Updated: Aug 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Husbands, is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

The average day length in May is 12h and 45min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Husbands 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 May, the average daily maximum UV index in Husbands is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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
Husbands, 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).