May weather forecastLongoni, Mayotte

May

Weather in May

Transitioning into May, there's a clear transition from a tropical rainy atmosphere to a noticeable dry spell in Longoni. Rainfall reaches its lowest, with the total precipitation only coming to around 40mm (1.57"). One can anticipate uninterrupted sunlight due to reduced cloud cover. The pressure also increases slightly this month, which will be influential in the coming months' weather patterns. May hands over to June with dry days and clear skies.

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Longoni's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) from April's 28.9°C (84°F). Longoni's nights in May maintain a consistent average of 27.1°C (80.8°F), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In Longoni, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, in Longoni, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Longoni, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 862mm (33.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Longoni, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:39 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Longoni, Mayotte, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Longoni, 28.3°C (82.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 27.1°C (80.8°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Longoni is 72%.

In Longoni, in May, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

In Longoni, Mayotte, the average day length in May is 11h and 32min.

On the first day of May in Longoni, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:39 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Longoni, Mayotte, is 7.1h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index in Longoni are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Longoni, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

28.9°C

28.3°C

26.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.9km/h

17.9km/h

20.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.4

15.9

18.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (25.4°C).

Average low temperature in May: 27.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (28°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average pressure in May: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average wind speed in May: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (21km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October and November (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (230mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Longoni, Mayotte

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).