May weather forecastSatuiatua, Samoa

May

Weather in May

In May, the weather in Satuiatua transitions towards a drier phase while remaining consistently warm. It features lesser rainfall, with a significant drop to 282mm (11.1") compared to April, and continued steady temperatures. Consequently, this particular shift marks the beginning of a relatively dry period in the region. May also sees diminished daylight hours, hinting at shorter days. Despite that, the frequency of sunny days increases substantially, upping the count of bright and fair days in this month.

Temperature

May observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Satuiatua encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the May nights, with a low-temperature average of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout May, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 311 rainfall days, and 3423mm (134.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:09 +13.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In Satuiatua, during May, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 282mm (11.1") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 11h and 29min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:09 +13.

In Satuiatua, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

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

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Satuiatua is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

27.5°C

27.3°C

26.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.1km/h

21km/h

27km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.3

2.3

3.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average high temperature in May: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (26.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (25.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average pressure in May: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average wind speed in May: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (16.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average rainfall in May: 282mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (459mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (102mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average rainfall days in May: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (21 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average sunshine days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (6.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

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
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in May
Satuiatua, Samoa

Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).