May weather forecastArgaka, Cyprus

May

Weather in May

May carries the spring atmosphere forward in Argaka, with the maximum temperature escalating considerably to 25°C (77°F). A remarkable drop in rainfall to a mere 15mm (0.59") over three days occurs this month, indicating summer's imminent arrival. As the days elongate, the sea warms up further, revealing the onset of beach season. An increase in UV index to 9 underscores the necessity for sun protection. It is equally worthy to note the substantial growth in sunshine hours, embodying the advent of sun-drenched days.

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 21°C (69.8°F) to a warm 25°C (77°F). May brings an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F) to Argaka.

Rainfall

In Argaka, during May, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 78 rainfall days, and 552mm (21.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Argaka, in May, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F).
Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 20°C (68°F). As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Argaka, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:58 EEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Argaka is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 9 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 25°C (77°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively.

In Argaka, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation.

In Argaka, in May, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20°C (68°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Argaka, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:58 EEST.

In Argaka, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Argaka is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average high temperature in May: 25°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).

Average rainfall in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average rainfall in May: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average rainfall days in May: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (2 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average sea temperature in May: 20°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (17°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in May
Argaka, Cyprus

  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).