May weather forecast
Jabriya, Kuwait

May

Weather in May

Transitioning from April, May marks the inception of summertime in Jabriya, Kuwait with soaring temperatures and dry conditions. The month witnesses slightly less wind and an appreciable amount of daylight hours. In May, temperature varies dramatically from a hot 29.1°C (84.4°F) at dawn, reaching a scorching high of 35.2°C (95.4°F) in the afternoon. Sunshine dominates most days, adding to the heat intensity, and rainfall is practically absent. In June, weather conditions get even more severe and harsh.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 28.5°C (83.3°F) to a sweltering 35.2°C (95.4°F). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Humidity

In Jabriya, the average relative humidity in May is 34%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 2.3 rainfall days, in May, Jabriya aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Jabriya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 31.5 days and collects up to 86mm (3.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Jabriya, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of May, 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 is 12.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Jabriya. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 9 translates into these guidelines:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Jabriya in May?
In May, in Jabriya, the average high-temperature is 35.2°C (95.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°C (84.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in April is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Jabriya, the average relative humidity in May is 34%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains. During 2.3 rainfall days, in May, Jabriya aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 13h and 37min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, 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.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In Jabriya, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.1h.
When is the highest UV index in Jabriya?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In Jabriya, Kuwait, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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
Jabriya, 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).

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