May weather forecast
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

May ushers in a clear start to the warmer season in Nevis, with desirable ocean temperatures and adequate sunshine. With 12.9 daylight hours, May hosts the highest amount of light for the year, leading to ample time for outdoor excursions. The month experiences an increase in temperature ranges and rainfall. Despite a UV index of 12, the conditions promote numerous outdoor activities. As May culminates and June arrives, expect higher temperature ranges and rainfall.

Temperature

With May's arrival, Nevis's weather records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), marking little difference from April's 29°C (84.2°F). Nevis cools down to an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) throughout the month of May.

Rainfall

In Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation. In Nevis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Nevis is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: Between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), water temperature is typically considered very warm and pleasurable by everyone. Water activities at these temperatures are enjoyable for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Nevis is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:40 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January through March, May through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in May leads to these recommendations:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity. Attention! UV radiation is ramped up when reflecting off sand and water surfaces.