May weather forecastPunta Hermosa, Peru
May
Weather in May
May is distinguished by a significant decrease in average temperatures in Punta Hermosa, especially on the lower end, dropping to 17.5°C (63.5°F). The weather remains dry, consistent with the preceding month, and the onset of the dry spell is confirmed by the substantial decrease in cloud cover. Despite the high sun exposure, the city experiences a slight fall in daily sunshine hours. Sea temperature continues to drop, signaling the arrival of cooler ocean conditions. The reduced rainfall provides an optimal environment for outdoor activities.Temperature
With the onset of May in Punta Hermosa, a modest change to a still agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F) from April's 21.9°C (71.4°F) is noted in high-temperature. Punta Hermosa indicates a consistently low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
May through September are months with the least rain in Punta Hermosa when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Punta Hermosa is 18.9°C (66°F).Note: For most individuals, swimming in 18.9°C (66°F) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Punta Hermosa is 11h and 33min.On the first day of May in Punta Hermosa, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:48 -05.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are May and June, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average high temperature in May: 20.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (18.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (14.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average wind speed in May: 12.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average rainfall in May: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.9°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average cloud cover in May: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- 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).
