May weather forecast
Kaewatine, New Caledonia

May

Weather in May

The weather in May indicates a transitional phase towards dryer conditions in Kaewatine. A visible shift from April's climatic profile is the further reduction in average temperature values and rate of rainfall. Typical dry season characteristics such as decreased cloud cover and increased wind speeds become more prominent in May. Although a slight decrease in relative humidity levels is observed, Kaewatine preserves its natural beauty, thanks to the sufficient rainfall received during previous months.

Temperature

As May unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still warm 25.1°C (77.2°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. May registers an average low temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kaewatine, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 750mm (29.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:13 +11.

Sunshine

In Kaewatine, the average sunshine in May is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?
The high-temperature, in May, in Kaewatine, records 25.1°C (77.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Kaewatine, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Kaewatine have in May?
In Kaewatine, the average day length in May is 11h and 6min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, in Kaewatine, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:13 +11.
How many hours of sunshine does Kaewatine have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 5.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
April through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In Kaewatine, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average temperature in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21°C).

Average pressure in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average pressure in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average wind speed in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in May: 24.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (24.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.7km/h).

Average humidity in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average humidity in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

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

Average rainfall in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average rainfall in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in May: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (101mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (35mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average rainfall days in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average sunshine days in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average UV index in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average cloud cover in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May - Kaewatine, New Caledonia
Average visibility in May
Kaewatine, New Caledonia
  • 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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