May weather forecastAbaw, Myanmar

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Abaw, Myanmar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), indicating a minimal shift from April's 33.2°C (91.8°F). Abaw's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Abaw, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Abaw, during May, the rain falls for 25.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 216.2 rainfall days, and 1657mm (65.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Abaw, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:25 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

February through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

In Abaw, 31.6°C (88.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°C (77.4°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

In Abaw, during May, the rain falls for 25.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 50min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:25 +0630.

In Abaw, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Abaw, Myanmar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average high temperature in May: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (33.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average pressure in May: 1008.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average rainfall in May: 144mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (412mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average rainfall days in May: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Abaw, Myanmar

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (8km).