May weather forecastHihifo, Tonga

Weather in May

May signifies an alteration in the weather as the rainfall plummets to 115mm (4.53") stretched across 20 days in Hihifo. Concurrently, the relative humidity and cloud coverage hover around 78% and 47% respectively. However, the wind speed takes flight, reaching a tempo of 23.5km/h (14.6mph). Solar radiance becomes more prominent with longer sunshine durations. Lending the tropical city an enthralling ambiance, May turns Hihifo into a vibrant paradise.

Temperature

Hihifo transitions into May recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Hihifo's May nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hihifo is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hihifo, during May, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hihifo, Tonga, there are 249.1 rainfall days, and 1578mm (62.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hihifo, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:10 +13.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.