May weather forecastBachok, Malaysia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Bachok, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows of 26.8°C (80.2°F), May is the warmest month.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

May, June and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bachok, during May, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 213.8 rainfall days, and 664mm (26.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bachok, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of May in Bachok, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bachok are April and May, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

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

With an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F), May is the warmest month in Bachok.

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bachok, is 31.5°C (88.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 41°C (105.8°F).

May, June and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

In Bachok, Malaysia, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In Bachok, Malaysia, in May, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May in Bachok is 12h and 24min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bachok, Malaysia, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

The months with the most sunshine in Bachok, Malaysia, are April and May, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May in Bachok, Malaysia, is 9.2h.

January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

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

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31.3°C

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.1

8.9

Average UV index

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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average high temperature in May: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average pressure in May: 1009mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1011.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average wind speed in May: 8.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average rainfall in May: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in May: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bachok, 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: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Bachok, Malaysia

Average visibility in May: 10km

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