May weather forecast
Peyia, Cyprus

May is a month where various indicators such as UV index and sea temperatures begin to suggest the onset of summer. The weather assumes significantly warmer and drier conditions, particularly when contrasted against previous months, increasing the volume of sunshine received and thus exposure to the sun. The shift in weather conditions is marked by an increase in sea temperatures, signalling the time to indulge in seaside activities. Daylight hours are evidently longer, allowing visitors and locals more time to explore the city. Transition into the summer season is concretely set, with May acting as a precursor to the warmest months of the year.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in April to a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F). In May, Peyia's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 14°C (57.2°F) during the night.

Rainfall

In Peyia, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Peyia, Cyprus, there are 76 rainfall days, and 541mm (21.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Peyia, in May, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 20°C (68°F) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Peyia, Cyprus, is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:58 EEST.

Sunshine

In Peyia, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In Peyia, Cyprus, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Never be careless. Unprotected skin and eyes can be harmed swiftly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.