May weather forecastCalivigny, Grenada

May

Weather in May

Heading into May, Calivigny, Grenada observes conditions that predict the coming wetter months. Even though temperatures fluctuate between a high of 27.9°C (82.2°F) and a low of 27.1°C (80.8°F), the notable feature of May is a jump in rainfall to 30mm (1.18"). Compared to previous months, there's a significant increase in rain that serves as a prelude to the wetter months ahead. It continues to have a UV index of 7, indicating a persistent need for protecting the skin from the sun. Days are gradually getting longer, with much of this additional daylight filled with sunshine.

Temperature

The unfolding of May shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), indicating a slight variance from April's 27.3°C (81.1°F). May nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 232 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:28 AST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Calivigny, is 27.9°C (82.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Calivigny are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Calivigny, in May, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

In Calivigny, the average day length in May is 12h and 41min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:28 AST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

27.3°C

27.9°C

28.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

27.5km/h

28.1km/h

28.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.2

8.7

6.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average high temperature in May: 27.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 27.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average pressure in May: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average wind speed in May: 27.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (29.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and September (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average rainfall in May: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (14.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 10h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and October (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Calivigny, Grenada

Average visibility in May: 10km

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