May weather forecastAntsakabary, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a hot month in Antsakabary, Madagascar, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°C (86°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Antsakabary sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. An average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is observed during the May nights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Antsakabary, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.2 rainfall days, and 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:20 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Antsakabary, is 30°C (86°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

In Antsakabary, in May, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 25min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:20 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average high temperature in May: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 22.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average wind speed in May: 10.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average humidity in May: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (399mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 24min

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: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Antsakabary, Madagascar

Average visibility in May: 10km

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