May weather forecastSarobaratra, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sarobaratra, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.2°C (68.4°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), not significantly different from the 31.3°C (88.3°F) of April. During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sarobaratra is 64%.

Rainfall

In Sarobaratra, in May, during 4.7 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.5 rainfall days, and 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of May, in Sarobaratra, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:24 EAT.

Sunshine

In Sarobaratra, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Updated: Jun 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Sarobaratra, records 30.4°C (86.7°F), while the low-temperature is 20.2°C (68.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 21min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:24 EAT.

In Sarobaratra, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

January, April 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 in Sarobaratra is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

31.3°C

30.4°C

29.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.8km/h

11.2km/h

13.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.3

25.2

27.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average high temperature in May: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.1°C).

Average low temperature in May: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and September (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (373mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in May: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Sarobaratra, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Sarobaratra, 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).