May weather forecast
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

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Weather in May

Temperatures in May hikes up a bit, signifying the start of the warm season in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde. Interestingly, there is a drop in rainfall during May to just 1mm (0.04"), bucking the increasing trend witnessed since February. Clearer skies combined with slightly warmer temperatures provide a perfect excuse to explore hidden corners of the city. The evenings are pleasantly cool, with light breezes, making the weather ideal for a quiet dinner by the seaside. May also marks the month where daylight stretching further into the evenings, an invitation for sundown festivities.

Temperature

May experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), barely different from April's 24.1°C (75.4°F). May nights in Vila do Maio anticipate an average temperature of 22.2°C (72°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Vila do Maio is 77%.

Rainfall

January, March and May are months with the least rain in Vila do Maio when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, is 23.3°C (73.9°F).
Note: The cold tolerance of an individual, along with sunshine, wind, and the temperature of the environment, affects the enjoyment of swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) waters. (Olympic swimmers participate in waters ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of May, in Vila do Maio, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:59 -01.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Vila do Maio, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Vila do Maio in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Vila do Maio, is 24.8°C (76.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.2°C (72°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Vila do Maio?

In May, the average relative humidity in Vila do Maio is 77%.

What is the driest month in Vila do Maio?

The months with the least rainfall in Vila do Maio are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How many days does it rain in May in Vila do Maio?

In Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, in May, during 1.3 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in May in Vila do Maio?

In Vila do Maio, the average seawater temperature in May is 23.3°C (73.9°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 23.3°C (73.9°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Vila do Maio?

In May, the average day length in Vila do Maio is 12h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Vila do Maio?

On the first day of May in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:59 -01.

What month has the most sunshine in Vila do Maio?

May has the most sunshine of the year in Vila do Maio, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Vila do Maio?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Vila do Maio?

The months with the lowest UV index in Vila do Maio are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Vila do Maio?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Vila do Maio is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average temperature in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average pressure in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in May: 22.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average humidity in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in May: 23.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (23.2°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
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 May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average UV index in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in May - Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in May: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in May
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

Average visibility in May - Vila do Maio, 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).

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Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

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