May weather forecastAnkalalobe, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ankalalobe, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month. During May, Ankalalobe's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Ankalalobe, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout May, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ankalalobe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 952mm (37.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:28 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during May is 29.1°C (84.4°F) and the low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

In Ankalalobe, during May, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 11h and 11min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:28 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in May: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (315mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).