May weather forecastUmm Bab, Qatar
May
Weather in May
As summer begins to take root, May experiences a considerable leap in temperature. Rainfall considerably drops to its lowest annual point, to 1mm (0.04") level, reflecting the dry nature of the impending summer months. An increase in daylight hours becomes evident as summer sets in. Drops in humidity, cloud coverage, and atmospheric pressure create the quintessential summer conditions. Note the substantial increase in average and maximum wind speeds, at 16.7km/h (10.4mph) and 18km/h (11.2mph) respectively, hinting at the arrival of windy summer days.Temperature
Umm Bab's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's hot 31.8°C (89.2°F) to a torrid 37.5°C (99.5°F). In Umm Bab, an average nighttime temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F) is expected during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 34%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 1.5 rainfall days, in May, Umm Bab aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Umm Bab, there are 24.1 rainfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 18:22 +03.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Umm Bab is 12.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Umm Bab. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 9 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Even on overcast days, ensure the application and frequent reapplication of sunscreen with at least an SPF 30, especially post swim or outdoor exercise.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average pressure in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average humidity in May
Umm Bab, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average rainfall days in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Umm Bab, Qatar
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 24min
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 12min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average UV index in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Umm Bab, 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).
Average visibility in May
Umm Bab, 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).
