May weather forecastSibu, Malaysia
May
Weather in May
With high temperatures remaining steady, May in Sibu, Malaysia, marks the beginning of mildly cooler nights. The contrast with April is small, yet it marks the start of a consistent decrease in rainfall. The levels of UV radiation continue to be remarkably high during this sunnier period, indicating a need for sun protection. With fewer rainy days compared to April, it is a suitable time for sightseeing. The slight drop in average low temperatures to 23.1°C (73.6°F) marks the onset of a slightly cooler period in May.Temperature
May stands out as Sibu's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 33°C (91.4°F) and a low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).Rainfall
In Sibu, Malaysia, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 228mm (8.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sibu, there are 193 rainfall days, and 3229mm (127.13") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Sibu, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Sibu, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:37 pm +08.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests these recommendations:
Take every essential safety procedure. Individuals with fair skin could sustain burns in less than 5 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sibu, Malaysia
- Average high temperature in May: 33°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.5°C).
Average rainfall in May
Sibu, Malaysia
- Average rainfall in May: 227.6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (368.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (168.2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sibu, Malaysia
- Average rainfall days in May: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (12 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sibu, Malaysia
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min
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: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average UV index in May
Sibu, Malaysia
- Average UV index in May: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 11).
