May weather forecast'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in 'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.9°C (80.4°F) and min 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

May's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F), slightly varied from April's 27.3°C (81.1°F). A consistent average low of 25.9°C (78.6°F) is noted in 'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia throughout May, only a small step down from its daytime high.

Humidity

In 'Āfareaitu, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In 'Āfareaitu, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. In 'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 251.6 days and collects up to 1274mm (50.16") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in 'Āfareaitu is 27.9°C (82.2°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and similar activities, the water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered delightful, allowing for extended periods of enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of May, in 'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:31 -10.

Sunshine

In 'Āfareaitu, the average sunshine in May is 6.2h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in 'Āfareaitu, records 26.9°C (80.4°F), while the low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

In 'Āfareaitu, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

In 'Āfareaitu, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

In May, the average day length in 'Āfareaitu is 11h and 17min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, in 'Āfareaitu, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:31 -10.

The average sunshine duration in May in 'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia, is 6.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in 'Āfareaitu are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average wind speed in May: 20.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

Average rainfall in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall in May: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (198mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (43mm).

Average rainfall days in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (15.5 days).

Average sea temperature in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average sea temperature in May: 27.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.4°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 18min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
'Āfareaitu, French Polynesia

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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