May weather forecastTibú, Colombia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Tibú, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for May is a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Tibú observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in May, settling at an average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 27.8 days and typically aggregates up to 251mm (9.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Tibú, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

Sunshine

In Tibú, the average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 34°C (93.2°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 47°C (116.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.8 days and accumulates 251mm (9.88") of precipitation.

In Tibú, in May, it is raining for 27.8 days, with typically 251mm (9.88") of accumulated precipitation.

In Tibú, the average day length in May is 12h and 31min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Tibú is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in May: 34°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (35.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in May: 3.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (4.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in May: 251mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (251mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (17.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tibú, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1 days).

Average UV index in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Tibú, Colombia

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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