May weather forecastMarigot, Haiti

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Marigot, Haiti, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

May's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing little deviation from April. In Marigot, the month of May records an average minimum temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Marigot is 76%.

Rainfall

In Marigot, in May, during 19 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marigot, there are 196.7 rainfall days, and 531mm (20.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Marigot, the average seawater temperature in May is 27.9°C (82.2°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

In Marigot, Haiti, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:21 EDT.

Sunshine

May through August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Marigot.

UV index

January, March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In Marigot, Haiti, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In Marigot, Haiti, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

The average day length in May in Marigot, Haiti, is 13h and 0min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, in Marigot, Haiti, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:21 EDT.

May through August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Marigot.

The average sunshine duration in May in Marigot, Haiti, is 11.4h.

January, March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Marigot.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average sea temperature in May: 27.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Marigot, Haiti

  • 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).