May weather forecastKalandy, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Kalandy, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Kalandy notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), closely resembling April. May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity 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

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:20 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kalandy, the average sunshine in May 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

The average day length in May is 11h and 23min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:20 EAT.

In Kalandy, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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29.6°C

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Average humidity

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Average temperature in May
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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 12min).

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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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
Kalandy, 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).