May weather forecastSoalala, Madagascar

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Soalala, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°C (71.4°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), hardly deviating from April. Soalala, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Soalala, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Soalala, in May, during 7.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Soalala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:33 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Soalala, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

In Soalala, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

In May, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout May, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Soalala, the average day length in May is 11h and 22min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:33 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

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

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

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Average high temperature

31.5°C

30.8°C

29.8°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

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12.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.5

20.8

21.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average high temperature in May: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (33.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (29.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 21.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20°C).

Average pressure in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average pressure in May: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average wind speed in May: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average rainfall in May: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (376mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.4 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 24min

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 36min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Soalala, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Soalala, 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).