May weather forecastAbshish, Egypt

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Abshish, Egypt, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and an average high of 33.7°C (92.7°F).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in April to a hot 33.7°C (92.7°F). Nighttime temperatures exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during May, averaging at an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

Rainfall

In Abshish, rain does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 12.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 17.3°C (63.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 44%.

April through November are months without rainfall.

In Abshish, the average day length in May is 13h and 42min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Abshish is 12.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average high temperature in May: 33.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average humidity in May: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (44%).

Average rainfall in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average rainfall in May: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (2.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average sunshine days in May: 30.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (26 days).

Average UV index in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Abshish, Egypt

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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