May weather forecast
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

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Weather in May

The month of May is distinguished by a sudden jump in rainfall to 82mm (3.23"), signifying the onset of the rainy season. Wind gusts gradually decrease, touching a year-low of just 31.9km/h (19.8mph). However, Arthur's Town remains largely bright and cheerful with the continuing increase in daylight hours and decreasing wind speeds. The conditions are relatively wet compared to April but do not detract from the overall pleasant climate. So even though May marks the beginning of the wet season, there is plenty of sunshine to enjoy.

Temperature

The start of May in Arthur's Town, The Bahamas, sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F), showing little difference from April's 24.8°C (76.6°F). Arthur's Town in May experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 25.2°C (77.4°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Arthur's Town is 79%.

Rainfall

In Arthur's Town, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arthur's Town, there are 215.4 rainfall days, and 746mm (29.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Arthur's Town is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of May, in Arthur's Town, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:47 EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Arthur's Town is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arthur's Town 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 average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Arthur's Town?

The high-temperature in Arthur's Town during May is 25.9°C (78.6°F) and the low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Arthur's Town?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Arthur's Town?

In Arthur's Town, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Arthur's Town have in May?

In Arthur's Town, The Bahamas, the average day length in May is 13h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Arthur's Town?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:47 EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arthur's Town have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Arthur's Town?

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arthur's Town, The Bahamas.

How high is the UV index in May in Arthur's Town?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Arthur's Town, The Bahamas, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in May - Arthur
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (27.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and March (22.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average pressure in May - Arthur
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average wind speed in May - Arthur
  • Average wind speed in May: 22.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and September (19.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average humidity in May - Arthur
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in May - Arthur
  • Average rainfall in May: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (135mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in May - Arthur
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arthur
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average sunshine days in May - Arthur
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in May - Arthur
  • 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, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average cloud cover in May - Arthur
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Arthur's Town, The Bahamas

Average visibility in May - Arthur
  • 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).

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