May weather forecast
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Weather in May

May sees a significant increase in rainfall from 42mm (1.65") to 83mm (3.27"), heralding the advent of the wet season in Heldens. The preceding month, April, provides an inkling of what lies ahead, with increasing temperatures and relative humidity. There's also a clear pattern of lengthening days, a trend that continues even as the weather begins to get more unpredictable. However, the regularity of the rain doesn't dampen the city's charm but further enhances it. The end of May sees Heldens fully transitioned into the wet season, a pattern that continues into June.

Temperature

Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. In Heldens, May is characterized by an average low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Heldens, in May, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 251.6 rainfall days, and 760mm (29.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 57min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:42 AST.

Sunshine

In Heldens, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Heldens. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Heldens?

Heldens in May has an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What are the most humid months in Heldens?

The months with the highest humidity are May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Heldens?

In May, the average relative humidity in Heldens is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Heldens?

In Heldens, in May, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Heldens have in May?

The average day length in May in Heldens is 12h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Heldens?

On the first day of May in Heldens, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:42 AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Heldens have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Heldens is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Heldens?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Heldens.

When is the lowest UV index in Heldens?

The months with the lowest UV index in Heldens are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Heldens?

In Heldens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average temperature in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (25°C).

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Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and June (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
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Average wind speed in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average wind speed in May: 23.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (19.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average rainfall in May: 83mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.7 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (6.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3 days).

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Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Heldens, Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • 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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