May weather forecastBontoramba, Indonesia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another hot month in Bontoramba, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 24.7°C (76.5°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bontoramba, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 194.6 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of May, in Bontoramba, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:53 WITA.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Bontoramba, 30.4°C (86.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.7°C (76.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

In Bontoramba, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

In May, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout May, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May is 11h and 52min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:53 WITA.

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

In Bontoramba, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.8h.

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

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

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Average high temperature

30.3°C

30.4°C

29.8°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

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7.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

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9.5

15.3

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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average high temperature in May: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°C).

Average low temperature in May: 24.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23°C).

Average pressure in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average pressure in May: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average wind speed in May: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average rainfall in May: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (10mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average daylight in May: 11h and 54min

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

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (4.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Bontoramba, Indonesia

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).