May weather forecast
Poya, New Caledonia

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Weather in May

In May, Poya sees a switch in the climate as it enters the realm of cooler temperatures with highs averaging at 24°C (75.2°F). This month experiences a remarkably lower rainfall amounting to 57mm (2.24"), marking a respite from the earlier downpours. Chief outdoor activities shift to enjoying cool evenings and engaging nights under the stars. Pleasurable visits to attractions in and around Poya become a common sight. Daylight hovers around 11.1 hours, leaving ample time for new memories to be made.

Temperature

Poya starts May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F), a minor shift from April's 25.6°C (78.1°F). Poya's nighttime average temperature in May subtly descends to an agreeable 21.1°C (70°F) from the daily highs.

Humidity

In Poya, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Poya, New Caledonia, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. In Poya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.9 days and collects up to 774mm (30.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Poya is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:24 +11.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Poya?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Poya, is 24°C (75.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in February is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Poya?

In May, the average relative humidity in Poya is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Poya?

In Poya, New Caledonia, 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 Poya?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Poya?

On the first day of May in Poya, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:24 +11.

How long on average sun shines in May in Poya?

The average sunshine duration in May in Poya, New Caledonia, is 5.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Poya?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Poya?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Poya is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Poya, New Caledonia

Average temperature in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average pressure in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average humidity in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average UV index in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in May - Poya, 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
Poya, New Caledonia

Average visibility in May - Poya, 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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