May weather forecast
Maalhos, Maldives

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maalhos, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

February through May, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F), are the warmest months.

Rainfall

In Maalhos, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 211mm (8.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1933mm (76.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Maalhos.
Note: For swimming, other intense water activities, temperature above 30°C (86°F) is arguably unpleasant, as the water cooling effect is missing.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Maalhos, 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

In Maalhos, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Maalhos, Maldives. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 12 translate into the following recommendations:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.
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FAQ

What are the warmest months in Maalhos?

Warmest months in Maalhos, Maldives, are February through May, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the temperature in May in Maalhos?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Maalhos, Maldives, is 31°C (87.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).

How much does it rain in Maalhos in May?

In May, in Maalhos, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

What are the months with the warmest sea water in Maalhos?

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Maalhos.

How warm is the water in May in Maalhos?

In Maalhos, Maldives, the average seawater temperature in May is 30°C (86°F). The surface water temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are arguably considered as unpleasant for swimming, and any intense water activity, as the refreshing effect of water is missing.

What is the average length of the day in May in Maalhos?

In May, the average day length in Maalhos is 12h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Maalhos?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Maalhos have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Maalhos, Maldives, is 8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Maalhos?

The months with the highest UV index in Maalhos, Maldives, are January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Maalhos?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average temperature in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average high temperature in May: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, March, April and May (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (30°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April, May and June (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November and December (25°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average rainfall in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average rainfall in May: 211mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (66mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average rainfall days in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, August, September and October (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average sea temperature in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average sea temperature in May: 30°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are April and May (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, October and December (28°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 22min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 25min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 50min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average UV index in May
Maalhos, Maldives

Average UV index in May - Maalhos, Maldives
  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and November (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and December (UV index 11).

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