May weather forecastCuenca, Ecuador
May
Weather in May
May in Cuenca brings about changes in the city's weather scene with a significant reduction in rainfall and an increase in sunshine hours. The rainfall holds at 96mm (3.78"), amplifying the effect of diminishing showers. As a predominant characteristic of May, the humidity eases off a bit, lending a pleasant ambiance to the city. A pattern of reducing rainfall is projected onto June, presenting a drier spell ahead. Despite the lower rainfall, surprisingly, the city records its lowest monthly average high temperature during this time.Temperature
In May, Cuenca experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F), closely mirroring the climate in April. An average minimum temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) is recorded during the month of May.Humidity
In Cuenca, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.Rainfall
In Cuenca, in May, during 25.3 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cuenca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.2 days and collects up to 1181mm (46.5") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Cuenca, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 59min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:12 -05.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average high temperature in May: 14.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (15.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are February and November (8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average wind speed in May: 7.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (10km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and November (5.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average rainfall in May: 96mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (157mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (35mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average rainfall days in May: 25.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (28.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (16.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Average visibility in May: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).
