May weather forecastBugibba, Malta
May
Weather in May
May sees Bugibba warm up significantly as summer approaches. The weather continues to dry up with significantly less rainfall, suggesting the beginning of the dry season. Higher temperatures become more consistent, and the sea becomes increasingly warmer. The increased daylight hours and abundant sunshine allows for bountiful outdoor excursions. The weather in May marks the ideal start to the summer season in Malta.Temperature
May's presence records an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 19.7°C (67.5°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Bugibba logs an average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) during the nights of May, subtly lower than its daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Bugibba, during May, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Bugibba, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.7°C (65.7°F).Note: For most, swimming in 18.7°C (65.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.On the first day of May in Bugibba, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.7h.UV index
In Bugibba, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, Malta
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bugibba, Malta
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 42min
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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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
Bugibba, 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).
