May weather forecast
Koumac, New Caledonia

May

Weather in May

Come May, the weather in Koumac experiences further dryness, a climatic hallmark of this period of the year. A significant reduction in rainfall to 1.73" characterizes the month, and the general weather pattern turns drier than the previous month. The town enjoys more hours of sunlight due to reduced cloudiness, marking a distinct beginning to enhanced visibility. Combined with a mild temperature swing and steady wind speed, the weather condition fosters outdoor exploration and sightseeing. The overall atmospheric pressure shows a steady incline, implying a more stable and predictable weather pattern.

Temperature

With the onset of May, a modest change to a still warm 77.2°F from April's 80.1°F is noted in high-temperature. Throughout the nights in May, Koumac notes an average low of 70.9°F, a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In Koumac, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Koumac, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 1.73" of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.5 rainfall days, and 28.86" of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Koumac is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of May, in Koumac, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:29 +11.

Sunshine

In Koumac, the average sunshine in May is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Koumac, New Caledonia, are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Koumac?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Koumac, is 77.2°F and the average low-temperature is 70.9°F. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F.
What is the average humidity in May in Koumac?
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.
How much does it rain in Koumac in May?
In Koumac, New Caledonia, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Koumac have in May?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 9min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Koumac?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:29 +11.
How many hours of sunshine does Koumac have in May?
In Koumac, New Caledonia, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Koumac?
The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Koumac?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Koumac, New Caledonia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average pressure
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average temperature in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (82.9°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (73°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 70.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (66°F).

Average pressure in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average pressure in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July, August and September (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average wind speed in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.3mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average rainfall in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average rainfall days in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (8.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Koumac, 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: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average sunshine days in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (2.5 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average cloud cover in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May - Koumac, New Caledonia
Average visibility in May
Koumac, New Caledonia
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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