May weather forecast
Brighton, Guyana

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Brighton, Guyana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

On the advent of May, Brighton's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F) from April's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Brighton sustains a near constant temperature throughout May, with nighttime averages of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Brighton is 81%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, in May, it is raining for 28.1 days, with typically 285mm (11.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.6 days and collects up to 2298mm (90.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:00 -04.

Sunshine

In Brighton, the average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

March and May, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Brighton during May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Brighton, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Brighton?
The average relative humidity in May in Brighton is 81%.
How much does it rain in Brighton in May?
In Brighton, Guyana, in May, during 28.1 rainfall days, 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Brighton?
In Brighton, the average day length in May is 12h and 24min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Brighton?
On the first day of May in Brighton, Guyana, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:00 -04.
How long on average sun shines in May in Brighton?
In Brighton, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brighton?
March and May, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Brighton, Guyana.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Brighton?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Brighton, Guyana, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average temperature in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and July (24.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average pressure in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average wind speed in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average humidity in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

Average rainfall in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average rainfall in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average rainfall in May: 285mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (314mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (97mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average rainfall days in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average rainfall days in May: 28.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (23.5 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average sunshine days in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average UV index in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average cloud cover in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May - Brighton, Guyana
Average visibility in May
Brighton, Guyana
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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