May weather forecastPointe Combi, French Guiana
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Pointe Combi, French Guiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 28.5°C (83.3°F).Temperature
As April transitions into May, Pointe Combi records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. A mild drop to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F) marks the nights during May.Heat index
The heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.6 days and accumulates 279mm (10.98") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Pointe Combi is 12h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:41 -03.
Sunshine
In Pointe Combi, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.UV index
January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average pressure in May: 1012.3mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average wind speed in May: 12.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average rainfall in May: 279mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average rainfall days in May: 29.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (14.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Pointe Combi, French Guiana
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
