May weather forecastIndustry Hall, Barbados

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Industry Hall, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

At the start of May, Industry Hall's average high-temperature reaches a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), subtly different from the preceding month. During the nights of May, Industry Hall maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. 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 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Industry Hall, the average length of the day in May 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 Industry Hall, 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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

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

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Industry Hall are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In May, the average day length is 12h and 44min.

On the first day of May in Industry Hall, 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 May, the average sunshine duration in Industry Hall is 9.7h.

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

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Industry Hall is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

27.4°C

28.3°C

28.4°C

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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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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
Industry Hall, 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).