May weather forecastAl Wafrah, Kuwait

May

Weather in May

May witnesses a sudden rise in Al Wafrah's temperatures, introducing the region to exceptionally scorching summer days. The heat reaches its extreme, with maximum temperatures soaring up to a sizzling 38.2°C (100.8°F). Sunlight becomes more abundant, intensifying the heat during the daytime. With the increased solar exposure, the UV index shoots up, making it crucial to practice sun safety routines while outdoors. Despite the intense heat, clear skies and the absence of rainfall create opportunities for various nighttime recreational activities.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Al Wafrah sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's hot 31.6°C (88.9°F) to a very hot 38.2°C (100.8°F). In Al Wafrah, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 22%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 2.7 rainfall days, in May, Al Wafrah aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Al Wafrah, there are 29.8 rainfall days, and 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Al Wafrah, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:40 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Al Wafrah is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following advice:
Always remain cautious. Unprotected skin and eyes are prone to swift harm. 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Directly after outdoor activities or swimming, a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ should be applied generously and reapplied frequently.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Al Wafrah during May are 38.2°C (100.8°F) and 28.9°C (84°F) respectively.

In May, the average relative humidity in Al Wafrah is 22%.

May is the last month it rains in Al Wafrah. During 2.7 rainfall days, in May, Al Wafrah aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Al Wafrah, Kuwait, is 13h and 35min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:40 +03.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Al Wafrah, Kuwait, is 12h.

In Al Wafrah, Kuwait, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average high temperature in May: 38.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (44.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (33.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average pressure in May: 1006.7mbar

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 Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average wind speed in May: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average humidity in May: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (14%).

Average rainfall in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (26mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (21.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 16).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 0).

Average visibility in May
Al Wafrah, Kuwait

  • 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).