May weather forecastSannat, Malta

May

Weather in May

As May rolls around, the weather in Sannat becomes significantly warmer and drier. It is a month filled with sunny days and clear skies, promoting an excellent environment for outdoor leisure and sightseeing. Flowers are in full bloom and the scenery is vibrant, a sign of the city basking in the peak of spring. The sea temperature starts to rise making it a great time for deep-sea adventures. Due to the increased temperature and extended daylight, it's advisable to stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun.

Temperature

In Sannat, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's comfortable 19°C (66.2°F) to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during the night.

Rainfall

In Sannat, during May, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 450mm (17.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F).
Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sannat is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Sannat, Malta, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sannat is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sannat, Malta, is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 9 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23°C (73.4°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively.

In Sannat, Malta, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). 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).

In May, the average day length in Sannat is 14h and 5min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sannat, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Sannat is 9h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Sannat, Malta

  • Average high temperature in May: 23°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (9°C).

Average rainfall in May
Sannat, Malta

  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sannat, Malta

  • Average rainfall days in May: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Sannat, Malta

  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.2°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sannat, 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: 9h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in May
Sannat, Malta

  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).