May weather forecastRabil, Cape Verde
May
Weather in May
May brings warmth and rain to Rabil, Cape Verde, as preparation for the wet season continues. The temperatures rise from 20.7°C (69.3°F) to 21.3°C (70.3°F) as the low and from 21.8°C (71.2°F) to 22.5°C (72.5°F) as the high, marking a significant increase from April. Simultaneously, the number of daylight hours increases to 12.9 hours. Despite the rise in temperatures, May also boasts an increase in relative humidity, which boosts the lush greenery of the area. An increase in rainfall of 3mm (0.12") from the previous month sets a refreshing tone for the month of May.Temperature
The unfolding of May in Rabil shows an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F), indicating a slight variance from April's 21.8°C (71.2°F). Rabil's temperature during May nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Rabil is 82%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rabil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.7 days and collects up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:00 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Rabil is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Rabil are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average high temperature in May: 22.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average wind speed in May: 27.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- Average cloud cover in May: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in May
Rabil, Cape Verde
- 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).
