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 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
The advent of May in South Point, Christmas Island, presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. May is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).Heat index
The heat index value for May is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest 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. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in South Point, Christmas Island, are May through July and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in South Point. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:41 +07.
Sunshine
In South Point, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
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When is the lowest UV index in South Point?
What is the UV index intensity in May in South Point?
Average temperature in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average high temperature in May: 28.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).
Average pressure in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average wind speed in May: 11.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).
Average rainfall in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average rainfall in May: 140mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).
Average rainfall days in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average sunshine days in May: 4.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).
Average UV index in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
South Point, Christmas Island
- 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).
South Point, Christmas Island
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