May weather forecastOya, Malaysia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Oya, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The height of temperatures is seen during May and August, averaging a high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oya, in May, during 28.3 rainfall days, 184mm (7.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 328.2 rainfall days, and 2302mm (90.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm +08.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Oya, the warmest months are May and August, registering an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

In Oya, 31.8°C (89.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.3°C (77.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is calculated to be 44°C (111.2°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In May, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout May, 184mm (7.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May is 12h and 15min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:38 pm +08.

In Oya, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

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

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

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

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Average temperature in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average high temperature in May: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°C).

Average low temperature in May: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average pressure in May: 1008.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average wind speed in May: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average rainfall in May: 184mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (152mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (23.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oya, 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 18min

The months with the most sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (4.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Oya, 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
Oya, Malaysia

Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Oya, Malaysia

Average visibility in May: 9km

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