May weather forecast
Highlands, Mauritius

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Highlands, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.6°C (78.1°F) and min 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.6°C (78.1°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Highlands's May nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Highlands, Mauritius, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of May in Highlands, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

Sunshine

In Highlands, the average sunshine in May is 6.3h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Highlands. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highlands in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in April is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Highlands?
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.
How many days does it rain in May in Highlands?
In May, in Highlands, Mauritius, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 10min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Highlands?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in Highlands, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:37 +04.
How many hours of sunshine does Highlands have in May?
In Highlands, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.3h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highlands?
April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Highlands.
How high is the UV index in May in Highlands?
In Highlands, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average temperature in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).

Average pressure in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average pressure in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average wind speed in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in May: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average humidity in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average rainfall in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average rainfall days in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average sunshine days in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average UV index in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average cloud cover in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May - Highlands, Mauritius
Average visibility in May
Highlands, Mauritius
  • 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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