May weather forecastBandar, Malaysia
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Bandar, Malaysia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).Temperature
The months of April, May, August and October bring the highest temperatures, averaging a high of 32°C (89.6°F).Heat index
Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Bandar, in May, during 23.6 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 276 rainfall days, and 1334mm (52.52") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:20 pm +08.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average high temperature in May: 32°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April, May, August and October (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 26.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average pressure in May: 1008.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average rainfall in May: 104mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (198mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (52mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average rainfall days in May: 23.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (16.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Bandar, 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
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Bandar, Malaysia
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).
