May
Weather in May
Temperature
The advent of May denotes an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 17°C (62.6°F), subtly different from April's 16°C (60.8°F). During May, Ponta Do Sol's temperature averages to a cool 11°C (51.8°F) at night.Rainfall
In Ponta Do Sol, in May, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101 rainfall days, and 736mm (28.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Ponta Do Sol, the average seawater temperature in May is 19.1°C (66.4°F).Note: Swimming in 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Ponta Do Sol, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 20:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 21:10 WEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 6h.UV index
In Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following advice:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Average temperature in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average high temperature in May: 17°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (15°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9°C).
Average rainfall in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average rainfall in May: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average rainfall days in May: 6 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (3 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average sea temperature in May: 19.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in May
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average UV index in May: 9
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
