May weather forecastTawui, Indonesia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Tawui, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

May registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), slightly varied from April's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Tawui sustains a near constant temperature throughout May, with nighttime averages of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. 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 average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Tawui, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tawui, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.2 days and collects up to 892mm (35.12") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Tawui, the average seawater temperature in May is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in the temperature range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and comfortable for prolonged durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:44 WITA.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through June, August through December, 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Caution! The Sun's UV intensity grows with reflections off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Tawui, is 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.8°C (76.6°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Tawui, Indonesia, is 80%.

In Tawui, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

In Tawui, the average seawater temperature in May is 28.2°C (82.8°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

The average day length in May in Tawui, Indonesia, is 11h and 39min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, in Tawui, Indonesia, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:44 WITA.

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year in Tawui, Indonesia.

The average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tawui, Indonesia.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tawui is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average pressure in May: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average wind speed in May: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (181mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average sea temperature in May: 28.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is December (30.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (26.2°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Tawui, Indonesia

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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