May weather forecast
Pouembout, New Caledonia

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Weather in May

Although the temperature continues to fall, May offers a more comfortable climate in Pouembout. With a further decrease in rainfall to 57mm (2.24"), it is noticeable that the city is transitioning out of the wet season. The reduction in humidity also suggests the onset of the cooler months. Though the days continue to shorten, the sunshine hours start to increase, bringing slightly brighter days. Even though the wind speed decreases, it doesn't significantly affect the overall weather pattern.

Temperature

May's average high-temperature is a still warm 24°C (75.2°F), maintaining a close comparison with April's 25.6°C (78.1°F). Nights in May in Pouembout, New Caledonia, showcase an average temperature of 21.1°C (70°F), slightly cooler than the daytime.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Pouembout is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pouembout, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 201.9 rainfall days, and 774mm (30.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Pouembout is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:26 +11.

Sunshine

In Pouembout, the average sunshine in May is 5.9h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pouembout?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 24°C (75.2°F) and 21.1°C (70°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in February is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Pouembout?

In Pouembout, New Caledonia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Pouembout in May?

In Pouembout, in May, during 14.9 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Pouembout?

In Pouembout, the average day length in May is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Pouembout?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:26 +11.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pouembout?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Pouembout, New Caledonia, is 5.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Pouembout?

The months with the highest UV index in Pouembout, New Caledonia, are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Pouembout?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average temperature in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average pressure in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average humidity in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.5 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pouembout, 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 months with the most sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in May - Pouembout, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Pouembout, New Caledonia

Average visibility in May - Pouembout, 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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