May weather forecast
Papallacta, Ecuador

May

Weather in May

The substantial reduction of rainfall from 275mm (10.83") in April to 183mm (7.2") in May marks the beginning of drying period in Papallacta. However, the lower temperature also drops, ensuring the continued prevalence of a cold climate. Even with a decrease in rainfall, the weather is far from being dry as relative humidity holds its own. Coupled with longer daylight hours, the overall conditions remain comfortably cool. Hence, May bears a drier yet chilly demeanor fostering an invigorating atmosphere.

Temperature

Papallacta's shift from April to May is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still cool 12.3°C (54.1°F), a slight deviation from 12.1°C (53.8°F). Papallacta's temperature lowers to a mean of 5.6°C (42.1°F) during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Papallacta, the average relative humidity in May is 91%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout May, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Papallacta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 340.3 days and collects up to 2146mm (84.49") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through October and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are May through July, with an average 7mm (0.28") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.3h.

UV index

May and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in May leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 12.3°C (54.1°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 91%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Papallacta, in May, during 30.2 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month?
The months with the most snowfall are May through July, with an average 7mm (0.28") of accumulated snow.
How many days does it snow in May in Papallacta?
In May, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout May, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Papallacta have in May?
In Papallacta, the average day length in May is 12h and 6min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:13 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Papallacta have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 5.3h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (13.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (4.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, March and November (4.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in May: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (84%).

Average rainfall in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in May: 183mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (76mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in May: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in May: 7mm

The months with the highest snowfall are May, June and July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (3.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in May
Papallacta, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (6km).

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