Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The warmest period falls in May and October, when the average high-temperature reaches 30.3°C (86.5°F).Heat index
The heat index value for May is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Gasmata, in May, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 186mm (7.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 332.4 rainfall days, and 2467mm (97.13") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of May, in Gasmata, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:49 +10.
Sunshine
In Gasmata, Papua New Guinea, the average sunshine in May is 7h.UV index
April through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the hottest?
How hot is it in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Gasmata?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Gasmata have in May?
When is the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average high temperature in May: 30.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and October (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are April, May and December (23.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (23.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average pressure in May: 1009.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1010.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall in May: 186mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (321mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (154mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall days in May: 29.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (25.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average sunshine days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (2.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Gasmata, Papua New Guinea
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and April (8km).
