May weather forecastBarbalha, Brazil

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Barbalha, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

Barbalha's May average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. In May, Barbalha's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 19.1°C (66.4°F) during the night.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Barbalha, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Barbalha, Brazil, is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:26 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

January through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Barbalha. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Barbalha, is 28.6°C (83.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

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

In May, in Barbalha, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Barbalha, the average day length in May is 11h and 47min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:26 -03.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

January through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Barbalha, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (17.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (4.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Barbalha, Brazil

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (8km).