May weather forecast
George Town, The Bahamas

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Weather in May

May stands tall as the first gateway to summer in George Town. Signaling an abrupt shift in weather, this month experiences a high rainfall of 131mm (5.16"). As a result, George Town records the highest increase in rainfall from the start of the year. Alongside this uptick in rainfall, daylight hours peak at 13.3, highlighting the balance between the showers and the sunshine. Disparate as these changes seem, they make May the intriguing weather month that it is.

Temperature

George Town registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F) at the commencement of May, closely related to the preceding month. Throughout May, George Town anticipates an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall

In George Town, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 990mm (38.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: Water activities in surface temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as exceptional and extremely agreeable for lengthened time spans.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of May, in George Town, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:45 EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in George Town is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 11 transforms into these recommendations:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Despite the overcast weather, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied liberally and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or an outdoor workout. Stay vigilant! UV rays get a boost in intensity due to sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in George Town in May?

In May, in George Town, the average high-temperature is 29°C (84.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F).

How much does it rain in George Town in May?

In George Town, The Bahamas, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in May in George Town?

In May, the average sea temperature in George Town, The Bahamas, is 27°C (80.6°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

How many hours of daylight does George Town have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in George Town?

On the first day of May in George Town, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:45 EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in George Town?

The months with the most sunshine in George Town are March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in George Town, The Bahamas, is 8h.

How high is the UV index in May in George Town?

In George Town, The Bahamas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in May
George Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in May: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (19°C).

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Average rainfall in May
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in May: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
George Town, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in May: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (25°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, June, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in May
George Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in May - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in May: 11

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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George Town, The Bahamas

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