Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The advent of May signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), aligning closely with April. Dukestown documents a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) at night during May.Heat index
Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In May, in Dukestown, the rain falls for 28.1 days. Throughout May, 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dukestown, there are 312.6 rainfall days, and 2298mm (90.47") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, in Dukestown, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:59 -04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dukestown is 7.3h.UV index
March and May, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dukestown, Guyana. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Dukestown in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Dukestown?
How much does it rain in Dukestown in May?
How many hours of daylight does Dukestown have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dukestown?
How many hours of sunshine does Dukestown have in May?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dukestown?
How high is the UV index in May in Dukestown?
Average temperature in May
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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
Dukestown, 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).
