May weather forecastJidam, Egypt

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Jidam, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 16.8°C (62.2°F) and 33.3°C (91.9°F).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) in April to a tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F). In May, the temperature sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains in Jidam. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Jidam aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 24.8 rainfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Jidam is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Jidam is 12.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

The average relative humidity in May in Jidam is 47%.

May is the last month it rains in Jidam. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Jidam aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Jidam, Egypt, is 13h and 43min.

On the first day of May in Jidam, Egypt, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EEST.

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

In Jidam, Egypt, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average high temperature in May: 33.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (37.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March, May and June (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average humidity in May: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jidam, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (23.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Jidam, 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
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Jidam, Egypt

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, July, August and September (9km).