May weather forecast
Kunfunadhoo, Maldives

May is a notable month in Kunfunadhoo, Maldives, as it introduces the arrival of the monsoon season. With a high precipitation volume reaching 211mm (8.31"), the rainiest phase of the calendar commences. Despite this tropical storm season, the island's daily temperatures remain consistent with the annual norms. As May wears on, one can observe an everIncreasing daylight period, corroborated by reduced sunshine hours due to the intensifying monsoon. Bridging the heat of summer and the monsoon onset, May is replete with varied weather patterns, offering a unique perspective of Kunfunadhoo's climate.

Temperature

May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), slightly deviating from April's 32°C (89.6°F). Kunfunadhoo reports an average low temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) in May, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Rainfall

In Kunfunadhoo, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation. In Kunfunadhoo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1938mm (76.3") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: One could feel the lack of refreshing sensation when in waters above 30°C (86°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:17 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kunfunadhoo are January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Carry out all crucial safety measures, unprotected skin may burn instantly. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.