May weather forecast
Al Akhdar, Oman

May

Weather in May

The weather in Al Akhdar, Oman in May can be summarized as intensely hot and dry. With temperatures soaring to highs of nearly 40°C (104°F), it serves as a prelude to the intense summers to come. The low humidity signifies lesser moisture in the air, contributing to the heat sensation. Windspeeds show a touch of acceleration from the previous month. However, despite the scorching temperatures and negligible rainfall, the allure of Al Akhdar, Oman in May remains unscathed, thanks to clear skies and umpteen hours of splendid sunshine.

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a very hot 35.6°C (96.1°F) in April to a still torrid 39.9°C (103.8°F). Compared to daytime temperatures, Al Akhdar's temperature drops significantly, averaging a moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 19%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Al Akhdar aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 19 rainfall days, and 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:55 +04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 9 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Frequent application of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is crucial, reapply it every two hours or immediately post swimming or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?
In Al Akhdar, in May, the average high-temperature is 39.9°C (103.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F).
What is the least humid month in Al Akhdar?
With an average relative humidity of 19%, May is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in May in Al Akhdar?
In May, the average relative humidity in Al Akhdar is 19%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Al Akhdar aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Al Akhdar have in May?
In Al Akhdar, the average day length in May is 13h and 16min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:55 +04.
How long on average sun shines in May in Al Akhdar?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 12.2h.
When is the highest UV index?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May in Al Akhdar?
In Al Akhdar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average temperature in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average high temperature in May: 39.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (30.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average pressure in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (997.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average wind speed in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average wind speed in May: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average humidity in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average humidity in May: 19%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (19%).

Average rainfall in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average rainfall in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (8mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average rainfall days in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (3.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and October (0.7 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average sunshine days in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (26.7 days).

Average UV index in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average UV index in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average cloud cover in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • Average cloud cover in May: 5

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May - Al Akhdar, Oman
Average visibility in May
Al Akhdar, Oman
  • 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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