May weather forecast
Matiti, French Polynesia

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Weather in May

Changes in weather become more evident in May with a marked drop in temperature and a significant reduction in rainfall from April's 150mm (5.91") to May's 87mm (3.43"). This transition takes the region towards a drier alternation of the tropical climate. Wind speed also goes slightly up and maintains cloud cover almost unchanged. The fall in daylight hours is mild as is the reduction in sunshine duration. The sea breeze adds a cooling touch, making May a pleasant month for strolling along the beach.

Temperature

The arrival of May sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F), hardly diverging from April's 27.1°C (80.8°F). The nights of May in Matiti anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Matiti, during May, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 272.6 rainfall days, and 1577mm (62.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Matiti is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:28 -10.

Sunshine

In Matiti, the average sunshine in May is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Matiti are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Matiti in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F) respectively. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Matiti?

In Matiti, French Polynesia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Matiti?

In Matiti, French Polynesia, during May, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Matiti?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Matiti?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:28 -10.

How many hours of sunshine does Matiti have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Matiti is 6h.

When is the highest UV index in Matiti?

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Matiti, French Polynesia.

How high is the UV index in May in Matiti?

In Matiti, French Polynesia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average temperature in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average pressure in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average wind speed in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average humidity in May - Matiti, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average rainfall days in May - Matiti, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average sunshine days in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average UV index in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average cloud cover in May - Matiti, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Matiti, French Polynesia

Average visibility in May - Matiti, 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).

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