May weather forecastDirab, Saudi Arabia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dirab, is a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°C (100°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a hot 32.3°C (90.1°F) in April to a torrid 37.8°C (100°F). During May, Dirab experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 17%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 4.2 rainfall days, in May, Dirab aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 28.9 rainfall days, and 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:37 +03.

Sunshine

In Dirab, the average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 9 in May leads to these recommendations:
Taking safety measures is non-negotiable; skin and eyes can be swiftly affected if neglected. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Despite the cloud cover, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after a swim or an outdoor workout.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 37.8°C (100°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F) respectively.

In May, the average relative humidity is 17%.

May is the last month it rains. During 4.2 rainfall days, in May, Dirab aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 13h and 20min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:37 +03.

In Dirab, Saudi Arabia, the average sunshine duration in May is 12h.

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.

In Dirab, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average high temperature in May: 37.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average pressure in May: 1008.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average humidity in May: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (39%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (10%).

Average rainfall in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (19.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Dirab, Saudi Arabia

  • 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).