May weather forecastDuranía, Colombia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Duranía, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. During May nights, Duranía witnesses a consistent average temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Duranía, Colombia, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout May, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Duranía, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.8 days and collects up to 694mm (27.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of May, in Duranía, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:04 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Duranía is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Duranía, Colombia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

Duranía in May has an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Duranía is 65%.

In Duranía, in May, during 23.3 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Duranía, Colombia, the average day length in May is 12h and 29min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in Duranía, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:04 -05.

In Duranía, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Duranía, Colombia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The months with the lowest UV index in Duranía, Colombia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Duranía is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

Average pressure in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (68%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in May: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are February, September and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Duranía, Colombia

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, October and November (9km).