May weather forecastArau, Malaysia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Arau, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

May's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), hardly different from the previous month. An average minimum temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) is recorded during the month of May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Arau, Malaysia, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Arau, in May, during 27 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arau, there are 258.5 rainfall days, and 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Arau, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:30 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Arau, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Arau are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Arau, is 31.3°C (88.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°C (79°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Arau, Malaysia, is 78%.

In Arau, in May, during 27 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Arau, Malaysia, is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of May in Arau, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:30 pm +08.

The average sunshine duration in May in Arau is 8.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arau, Malaysia.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Arau, Malaysia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average high temperature in May: 31.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average pressure in May: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average rainfall in May: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (42mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in May: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Arau, Malaysia

Average visibility in May: 10km

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