Weather in May
Temperature
January through August, November and December are the coldest months in Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).Rainfall
In Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, in May, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rabaul, there are 248 rainfall days, and 2022mm (79.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Rabaul, in May, the average water temperature is 30.1°C (86.2°F).Note: It is often perceived that water temperatures beyond 30°C (86°F) lack the cooling effect desired during hot weather.
Daylight
In Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 56min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:45 +10.
Sunshine
January, March through June, August through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Rabaul.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Employ every crucial safety step. Those with fair skin could experience burns in a matter of minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Even on overcast days, apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more, specifically after a swim or outdoor workout. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
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Average temperature in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average high temperature in May: 31°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (31°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 23°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (23°C).
Average rainfall in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall in May: 130mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (91mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall days in May: 21 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and April (22 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (19 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average sea temperature in May: 30.1°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are November and December (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (29.1°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are January, March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are February, July and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in May
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average UV index in May: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
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