May weather forecast
Takaroa, French Polynesia

In May, Takaroa continues to relish in its warm temperatures and ideal conditions for outdoor pursuits. With rainfall further reduced to 78mm (3.07"), the city experiences less frequent showers. The sea surface temperature remains at a pleasant high, inviting water sport enthusiasts. Despite the slight drop in daily sunshine hours, natural light remains abundant for sightseeing or relaxing on the beach. In short, May heralds a combination of warm and dry atmospheric conditions in Takaroa.

Temperature

In Takaroa, the warmest months are January through May, November and December, registering an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In Takaroa, during May, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. In Takaroa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116 days and collects up to 1586mm (62.44") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February through May, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Takaroa.
Note: Swimming, diving, and other activities in water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are thought to be quite enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods, with no discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:17 -10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Takaroa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.