May weather forecast
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Beautiful calm waters overlooking the lovely white sandy beach near Cockburn Town, in the Turks and Caicos Islands
Beautiful calm waters overlooking the lovely white sandy beach near Cockburn Town, in the Turks and Caicos Islands

May

Weather in May

May sees a noticeable increase in rainfall in Cockburn Town with 69mm (2.72") precipitation recorded. As one might expect in a tropical climate, the weather remains warm, becoming even more humid than the previous month due to the increased rainfall. This increase in moisture content creates a fertile environment for flora and fauna, fuelling their growth. Sunlight remains abundant, ensuring plenty of opportunities to soak up some solar nourishment. Even as the weather becomes wetter, it continues to stay pleasantly warm, embodying the tropical image of Turks and Caicos Islands.

Temperature

The transition into May notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 25.8°C (78.4°F) in April. Cockburn Town maintains an average of approximately a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) during May nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In Cockburn Town, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cockburn Town, during May, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 215.3 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Cockburn Town, the average seawater temperature in May is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:23 EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?
The high-temperature, in May, in Cockburn Town, records 26.8°C (80.2°F), while the low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout May, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
How warm is the water in May?
In Cockburn Town, in May, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In Cockburn Town, the average day length in May is 13h and 10min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cockburn Town?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:23 EDT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average temperature in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average pressure in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average wind speed in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (21.6km/h).

Average humidity in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average humidity in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average rainfall in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall in May: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (112mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (27mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average rainfall days in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.9 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average sea temperature in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average sea temperature in May: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (26°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average sunshine days in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average UV index in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average cloud cover in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
Average visibility in May
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • 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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