May weather forecast
Afatauri, French Polynesia

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Weather in May

May ushers in a peak season for the sunshine seekers with an increasing number of sunshine days. Despite the consistent decrease in daylight hours, Afatauri experiences an overall improvement in weather conditions in the month of May. The rainfall average continues to drop while the visibility standards remain constant. As we move towards the middle months of the year, there’s indisputable predictability in weather stability. The temperatures in May continue to fluctuate marginally all through the month.

Temperature

As Afatauri transitions from April to May, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 26.4°C (79.5°F), nearly the same as the previous 27.1°C (80.8°F). Throughout May, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated, with an average low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Humidity

In Afatauri, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Afatauri, during May, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation. In Afatauri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.6 days and collects up to 1577mm (62.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Afatauri, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:28 -10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Afatauri is 6h.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Afatauri. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Afatauri?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Afatauri?

In Afatauri, in May, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 87mm (3.43") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Afatauri have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:28 -10.

How many hours of sunshine does Afatauri have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in May in Afatauri?

In Afatauri, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average temperature in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (24.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average pressure in May - Afatauri, 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
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average wind speed in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average wind speed in May: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average humidity in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, October and November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall in May: 87mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (246mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (40mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average rainfall days in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (17.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 2min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average sunshine days in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average UV index in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average cloud cover in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average visibility in May - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Afatauri, French Polynesia

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