May weather forecastSainte-Rose, Reunion
May
Weather in May
As Sainte-Rose progresses into May, a distinct trend in weather shifts becomes apparent. A cooler climate begins developing as average temperatures take a downward turn, reaching a lower 20.8°C (69.4°F) and a higher 22.8°C (73°F). With a relative humidity of 82%, the weather does not feel overly oppressive. Rainfall further decreases and daylight hours slightly reduce. This change heralds the onset of a less intense tropical season.Temperature
As May takes hold, the average high-temperature is a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. May's average low temperature is a still agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In May, in Sainte-Rose, Reunion, the rain falls for 23.1 days. Throughout May, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sainte-Rose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 280.3 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation.Daylight
In Sainte-Rose, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 7min.On the first day of May in Sainte-Rose, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:42 +04.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Sainte-Rose is 6.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Sainte-Rose are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 20.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average wind speed in May: 15km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average rainfall in May: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average rainfall days in May: 23.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (5.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Sainte-Rose, Reunion
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
