May weather forecast
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

May

Weather in May

May greets Friendship with a consistent rise in temperature and humidity, setting the stage for the summer season. While the temperature rises, the cloud formation remains moderately high, thereby slightly reducing the sunshine hours to 9.8. The number of rainfall days increases to 19.1 days, adding vibrancy to the city's flora. However, despite the increased rainfall, visibility holds steady at 10km (6.2mi), ensuring uninterrupted exploration of the city's scenic beauty.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in May for Friendship is a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), staying closely aligned with April's conditions. Friendship, during May nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Friendship, in May, during 19.1 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 238.6 rainfall days, and 627mm (24.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, in Friendship, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:27 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Friendship during May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Friendship, is 28°C (82.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).
What are the most humid months?
May through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Friendship have in May?
In Friendship, the average day length in May is 12h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:27 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Friendship have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average high temperature in May: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average wind speed in May: 26.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (29.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (20.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Friendship, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • 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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