May weather forecast
Treasure Cay, The Bahamas

May is the onset of summer in Treasure Cay. The thermometer readings now reach an average daytime high of 28°C (82.4°F). The rainfall begins to double from the previous month, indicating the arrival of early summer showers. It's a time when Treasure Cay embraces both the Sun's ardent rays and cooling showers. This combination paints a more vivid picture of the natural surroundings, enhancing the beauty of this Bahamian treasure.

Temperature

The shift into May finds Treasure Cay at an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), closely comparable to April's conditions. Throughout the month of May, Treasure Cay sees a steady low-temperature average of 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Treasure Cay, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 140mm (5.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Treasure Cay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175 days and collects up to 1419mm (55.87") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Treasure Cay, the average seawater temperature in May is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: With water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), all water activities are comfortable and delightful, devoid of discomfort even for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:58 EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April, May, July and August, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 11 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. A sunscreen boasting a minimum SPF of 30 should be generously applied and reapplied even on cloudy days, post swim or outdoor exercise. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.