May weather forecastAl-Hay, Iraq
May weather forecast for Al-Hay, Iraq: On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:56 +03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:56 +03.
May
Weather in May
With the arrival of May, Al-Hay embraces the summer season's onset with soaring temperatures and falling humidity levels. The average high temperature increase from April's 32.4°C (90.3°F) to May's 39.1°C (102.4°F) indicates these changes. This time of the year is characterized by long sunny days, causing the residents to adjust their daily routines accordingly. The desert heat takes a toll on outdoor activities, but an astonishingly clear sky alleviates the harshness to an extent.Temperature
May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F) in April to a very hot 39.1°C (102.4°F). Throughout May, Al-Hay's nights cool down to an average of 28.3°C (82.9°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 17%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 3.1 rainfall days, in May, Al-Hay aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 rainfall days, and 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:56 +03.
Sunshine
In Al-Hay, the average sunshine in May is 12h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 9 during May translates into these guidelines:
Being unprotected puts skin and eyes at risk of rapid damage. Always be safe. 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. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average high temperature in May: 39.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (46.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 28.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (34.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average pressure in May: 1007.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (997.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average wind speed in May: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (12.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average humidity in May: 17%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (42%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (10%).
Average rainfall in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (4.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (23.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average UV index in May: 9
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in May
Al-Hay, Iraq
- 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).
