May weather forecast
Alice Town, The Bahamas

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in May

As the gateway to summer, May introduces a marked ascent in temperatures and humidity in Alice Town. The sharper increase in day length is noticeable, complementing the city's highs of 27.8°C (82°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F). Rainfall takes a leap, widening the gap from previous months, while the number of sunny days sees a decrease. The wind speed slows down noticeably, giving rise to days that are warm and moist. Visitors and locals can enjoy the transition to a summery atmosphere even as the city gets brushed with periodic showers.

Temperature

The advent of May in Alice Town signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), aligning closely with April. During May, Alice Town perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Alice Town, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Alice Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 416mm (16.38") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Alice Town, The Bahamas, is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Alice Town, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:04 EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Alice Town is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Alice Town?

In Alice Town, 27.8°C (82°F) is the average high-temperature and 25°C (77°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Alice Town?

In Alice Town, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in Alice Town in May?

In Alice Town, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Alice Town?

The average day length in May is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Alice Town?

On the first day of May in Alice Town, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:04 EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alice Town?

The average sunshine duration in May in Alice Town, The Bahamas, is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Alice Town?

The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alice Town?

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

Average temperature in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.4°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average pressure in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (1014.2mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average wind speed in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average wind speed in May: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average humidity in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in May: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (11mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average sunshine days in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.2 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average cloud cover in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Alice Town, The Bahamas

Average visibility in May - Alice Town, The Bahamas
  • 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).

[Resources]

Alice Town, The Bahamas

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location