May weather forecast
Sibu, Malaysia

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.