May weather forecastAndrahanjo, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Andrahanjo, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F) marks May, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in April. In May, Andrahanjo experiences a temperature dip to an average of 22°C (71.6°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Andrahanjo, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 273.6 rainfall days, and 871mm (34.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 27min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:18 EAT.

Sunshine

In Andrahanjo, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Andrahanjo, 27.3°C (81.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 22°C (71.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

In Andrahanjo, in May, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.

In Andrahanjo, the average day length in May is 11h and 27min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:18 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in May: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (16.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in May: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (2.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Andrahanjo, Madagascar

  • 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).