Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's advent in Santa Maria notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still pleasant 22.5°C (72.5°F) from April. The month of May in Santa Maria shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 21.3°C (70.3°F).Humidity
In Santa Maria, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.Rainfall
In Santa Maria, in May, during 2.3 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 rainfall days, and 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 22.8°C (73°F) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).
Daylight
In Santa Maria, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of May, in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:00 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Santa Maria?
What is the average humidity in May in Santa Maria?
How many days does it rain in May in Santa Maria?
How warm is the water in May in Santa Maria?
What is the average length of the day in May in Santa Maria?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Santa Maria?
How long on average sun shines in May in Santa Maria?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Santa Maria?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Santa Maria?
Average temperature in May
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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 sea temperature in May
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
- Average sea temperature in May: 22.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (22.4°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min
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 5min
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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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
Santa Maria, 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).
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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