May weather forecastPalmyra, Syria
May
Weather in May
As May comes around the corner, the transformation to summer starts to take shape. Palmyra witnesses a significant rise in temperature, making it sensibly hot during the day. Rainfall hits the lowest point yet, clocking just 6mm (0.24") for the entire month, hinting at the dry season ahead. The humble blow of the wind along with abundant daylight brings a charm to the summer vibe. The increasing heat during the day can lead to warm nights as well, indicating the onset of the hot season.Temperature
As May begins in Palmyra, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F) in April to a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F). An average temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F) is recorded during the nights in May.Humidity
In Palmyra, Syria, the average relative humidity in May is 31%.Rainfall
In Palmyra, during May, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmyra, there are 50.5 rainfall days, and 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Palmyra, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 19:33 +03.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 12.1h.UV index
In Palmyra, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average high temperature in May: 30.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 19.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average pressure in May: 1010.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average humidity in May: 31%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (28%).
Average rainfall in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (15mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average snowfall in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average sunshine days in May: 23.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Palmyra, Syria
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in May
Palmyra, Syria
- 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).
