Weather in May
Temperature
Upon the onset of May, Port-aux-Français witnesses an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.6°C (43.9°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Port-aux-Français, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F).Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 69mm (2.72") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January, March through December. In May, in Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, snow falls for 6 days. In Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, during the entire year, snow falls for 79 days.Sea temperature
In Port-aux-Français, the average seawater temperature in May is 4°C (39.2°F).Note: During swimming, this state is an instant threat to life. Breathing is uncontrollable, and coherent thought processes nearly vanish. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal dissipation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 16:30 +05.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 in May translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Average temperature in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average high temperature in May: 6.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (11.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (4.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (-0.8°C).
Average rainfall in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average rainfall in May: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45.5mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March, April and December (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average snowfall days in May: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average sea temperature in May: 4°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (2°C).
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Average sunshine in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average UV index in May
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average UV index in May: 1
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 1).
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
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