May weather forecast
Birgu, Malta

May

Weather in May

May marks the beginning of the dry season, where fewer rainfall days and climbing temperatures are the norm. Sunshine hours increase to their highest of the year so far at 11.7 hours, and occasional, temperate breeze brings sea's warmth to Birgu. This period bestows vibrant festivals across Malta that visitors can partake in.

Temperature

May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 19.7°C (67.5°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Birgu registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Birgu, in May, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Birgu, in May, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
In Birgu, in May, the average high-temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout May, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea temperature in May?
In Birgu, Malta, in May, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 14h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Birgu have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 11.7h.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average high temperature in May: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average wind speed in May: 20.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average rainfall in May: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.4°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Birgu, Malta
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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