May brings
Ar Raqqah into the threshold of its hot period, with average high temperatures reaching 31°C (87.8°F). Humidity continues to decrease further to around 45%, drying up the atmosphere significantly. This month only records 5mm (0.2") of rainfall, marking the beginning of the summer drought. The May weather is incomparable to what
June has to offer, serving as a moderate preamble to it. Long days with over 14.1 hours of daylight and the absence of any substantial rainfall underscore the approaching peak of summer.
Temperature
As
April gives way to May, the average high-temperature in Ar Raqqah,
Syria, displays an increase, moving from a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F) to a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Ar Raqqah in May observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 15°C (59°F).
Heat index
During May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 45%.
Rainfall
May is the last month it rains in Ar Raqqah. During 2 rainfall days, in May, Ar Raqqah aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ar Raqqah, there are 36.1 rainfall days, and 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 19:34 +03.