May weather forecast
Naypyitaw, Myanmar

The transition to May in Naypyitaw brings about an exciting shift in the weather. Although the high temperature cools down to 35°C (95°F) from the previous month's high, May is characterized by an increased volume of rainfall, reaching up to 154mm (6.06"). The weather fluctuations create an atmosphere of unpredictability. The city experiences longer daylight hours yet lesser sunshine due to increased cloud cover. The advent of the rainy season ushers in a welcome change to the previously dry landscape.

Temperature

May's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a torrid 38°C (100.4°F) in April to a still very hot 35°C (95°F). Naypyitaw's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 25°C (77°F) during the nights of May.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 154mm (6.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Naypyitaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 1151mm (45.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Naypyitaw, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:40 +0630.

Sunshine

In Naypyitaw, Myanmar, the average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests these recommendations:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Apply liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours, and promptly after any outdoor workout or a swim.