Weather in May
Temperature
With May's arrival, Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka, notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Throughout May in Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka, a steady low-temperature average of 25°C (77°F) is noted.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 393mm (15.47") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).Note: With water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), all water activities are comfortable and delightful, devoid of discomfort even for lengthened periods.
Daylight
In Maha Gonadoowa, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, in Maha Gonadoowa, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.
Sunshine
May through October, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 in May interprets into the following advice:
Adopt all essential precautions. Preventing sun harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in May: 31°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (30°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 25°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May, June, July, August and September (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22°C).
Average rainfall in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in May: 393mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (393mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (65mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average sea temperature in May: 29°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (27°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are February and March (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June, July, August, September and October (Average sunshine: 6h).
Average UV index in May
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in May: 12
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 11).
Maha Gonadoowa, Sri Lanka
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