May weather forecast
Sohar, Oman

May sweeps in with the full intensity of summer. The weather revolves around the intense heat, making it less favourable for extensive outdoor activities. The hottest month on record, it registers an average high temperature reaching 36.3°C (97.3°F), marking a considerable upswing from April. However, due to its geographical position, Sohar receives a phenomenal 13.3 hours of daylight. It is accompanied by an equally impressive 10.4 hours of sunshine.

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, transitioning from a tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F) in April to a torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F). May presents a sharp fall from Sohar's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. Throughout May, Sohar collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 109mm (4.29") of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Sohar, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:57 +04.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Sohar, Oman, are May and June, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.