May weather forecast
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

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Weather in May

May is when the desert city of Ar Rufayq fully enters its legendary summertime. The temperature spikes significantly, and prolonged sunlight exposure becomes the norm. Naturally, we observe a decline in relative humidity, falling in conjunction with an almost complete absence of rainfall. Worth noting is the peak daytime temperature reaching a blistering 37.5°C (99.5°F). In May, outdoor activities give way to indoor engagements as the city braces for the peak summer season.

Temperature

The start of May in Ar Rufayq signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F) in April to a fiery hot 37.5°C (99.5°F). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F) is experienced in Ar Rufayq, Qatar.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ar Rufayq is 34%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains in Ar Rufayq. During 1.5 rainfall days, in May, Ar Rufayq aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Ar Rufayq, during the entire year, the rain falls for 24.1 days and collects up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ar Rufayq is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:22 +03.

Sunshine

In Ar Rufayq, the average sunshine in May is 12.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Ar Rufayq. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 9 in May leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Ar Rufayq in May?

In Ar Rufayq, 37.5°C (99.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 29.6°C (85.3°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Ar Rufayq?

The average relative humidity in May in Ar Rufayq, Qatar, is 34%.

What is the last month it rains in Ar Rufayq?

May is the last month it rains. During 1.5 rainfall days, in May, Ar Rufayq aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ar Rufayq?

In May, the average day length in Ar Rufayq is 13h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ar Rufayq?

On the first day of May in Ar Rufayq, Qatar, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:22 +03.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ar Rufayq?

In Ar Rufayq, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ar Rufayq?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Ar Rufayq.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ar Rufayq?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ar Rufayq, Qatar, is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average temperature in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average high temperature in May: 37.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (32.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°C).

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Average pressure in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average pressure in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (997mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average wind speed in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average humidity in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average humidity in May: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average rainfall in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (13mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average rainfall days in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average sunshine days in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (21.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average UV index in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average cloud cover in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 0).

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Average visibility in May
Ar Rufayq, Qatar

Average visibility in May - Ar Rufayq, Qatar
  • 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).

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