May weather forecastRas Kasar, Eritrea

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Ras Kasar, Eritrea, with an average temperature varying between 34.1°C (93.4°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

Ras Kasar observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a tropical 31°C (87.8°F) in April to a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F). In the month of May, Ras Kasar experiences an average low-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are April through June, September and October Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ras Kasar is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of May, in Ras Kasar, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ras Kasar, the average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ras Kasar is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ras Kasar during May are 34.1°C (93.4°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 40°C (104°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 55%.

April through June, September and October are months with the least rain in Ras Kasar when the rain falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

In Ras Kasar, in May, during 1.2 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Ras Kasar is 12h and 59min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in Ras Kasar, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 12h.

In Ras Kasar, Eritrea, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

31°C

34.1°C

37.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.9km/h

15km/h

15.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

27.2

28.4

27.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average high temperature in May: 34.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°C).

Average low temperature in May: 27.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (32.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average pressure in May: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average wind speed in May: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May, June, September and October (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average rainfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and October (0.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average sunshine days in May: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Ras Kasar, Eritrea

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).