May weather forecastPatamea, Samoa

Weather in May

In May, as summer approaches, temperature and weather patterns in Patamea, Samoa begin to change. The decrease is significant in rainfall, with May receiving 282mm (11.1") of rain, significantly less than April. The reduction in rainfalls allows for more sunshine hours and slightly clearer skies. However, the temperatures continue to hover around the same range, ensuring a warm climate. Consequently, the reduction in rainfall does not lead to a reduction in humidity, allowing May to maintain a damp but increasingly sunny atmosphere.

Temperature

Entering May, Patamea's average high-temperature reads a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In Patamea, the nocturnal temperatures throughout May show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Patamea, Samoa, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Patamea, in May, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 282mm (11.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 311 rainfall days, and 3423mm (134.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:08 +13.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.