May weather forecast
Aberdeen, Hong Kong

May confirms the onset of the humid summer season in Aberdeen, featuring an increase in temperature and a surge in relative humidity. The daylight lasts even longer due to a decrease in cloud coverage, providing clear, bright days. Despite the wet environment, winds see a slight drop in speed, marking a tranquil atmosphere. High precipitation persists through the month, reflecting the rainy summer season. May stands as the first peak rain month with precipitation levels soaring to 171mm (6.73") over 22.9 days.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Aberdeen is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 24.5°C (76.1°F) to a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F). Aberdeen registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) in May from its daytime highs.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In May, in Aberdeen, the rain falls for 22.9 days. Throughout May, 171mm (6.73") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aberdeen, there are 224.5 rainfall days, and 1264mm (49.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Aberdeen is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of May in Aberdeen, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:03 HKT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Aberdeen is 8.4h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.