May weather forecast
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait

May

Weather in May

In May, Ar Rumaythiyah experiences a major climb in the thermometer readings touching a high of 35.2°C. As the hottest period of the year begins, humidity levels drop significantly, offering relatively drier conditions. The increment in sunshine hours provides ample opportunities for day-time activities. Despite the high temperature, the cool wind blowing at a moderate speed provides some relief. Clear skies and high visibility dominate the month, making it suitable for sightseeing and outdoor exploration.

Temperature

May's arrival in Ar Rumaythiyah signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's moderately hot 28.5°C to a very hot 35.2°C. May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a moderately hot 29.1°C.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ar Rumaythiyah is 34%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains in Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait. During 2.3 rainfall days, in May, Ar Rumaythiyah aggregates 4mm of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ar Rumaythiyah, there are 31.5 rainfall days, and 86mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ar Rumaythiyah is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Ar Rumaythiyah, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:42 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ar Rumaythiyah is 12.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 9 in May translates into the following instructions:
Protection should always be a priority. Skin and eyes are vulnerable without it. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Prompt application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30+, is necessary after a swim or an outdoor workout and it should be re-applied every two hours.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Ar Rumaythiyah in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ar Rumaythiyah during May are 35.2°C and 29.1°C respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in April is calculated to be 28°C.
What is the average humidity in May in Ar Rumaythiyah?
The average relative humidity in May in Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait, is 34%.
What is the last month it rains in Ar Rumaythiyah?
May is the last month it rains. During 2.3 rainfall days, in May, Ar Rumaythiyah aggregates 4mm of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Ar Rumaythiyah?
In Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait, the average day length in May is 13h and 37min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ar Rumaythiyah?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, in Ar Rumaythiyah, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:42 +03.
How long on average sun shines in May in Ar Rumaythiyah?
The average sunshine duration in May in Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait, is 12.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Ar Rumaythiyah?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Ar Rumaythiyah.
What is the UV index reading in May in Ar Rumaythiyah?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ar Rumaythiyah is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average temperature in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average high temperature in May: 35.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (34.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°C).

Average pressure in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average pressure in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (996.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average wind speed in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average humidity in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average humidity in May: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average rainfall in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (34mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average rainfall days in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average sunshine days in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (22 days).

Average UV index in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average UV index in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average cloud cover in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, November and December (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 0).

Average visibility in May - Ar Rumaythiyah, Kuwait
Average visibility in May
Ar Rumaythiyah, 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).

englishespañol中文
Share