May weather forecast
Palm Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates

May represents the onset of the intense summer months in Palm Jumeirah. The escalating temperatures, combined with negligible rainfall bring out the characteristic arid climate of the region. As the searing sun dominates the weather, daylight hours peak, offering copious opportunities for leisure and activities. While the scorching afternoons may discourage outdoor activities, the balmy evenings more than make up for it. In spite of the intense heat, the advancing months have even more to offer on the weather front in Palm Jumeirah.

Temperature

May brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's tropical 33°C (91.4°F) to a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Palm Jumeirah documents a significant temperature variance in May, with the mean nighttime lows settling at a warm 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. Throughout May, Palm Jumeirah collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 82mm (3.23") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Palm Jumeirah, the average seawater temperature in May is 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as ideal and highly pleasant for extended enjoyment in all water activities.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:04 +04.

Sunshine

May and June, with an average of 11h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Directly after outdoor activities or swimming, a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ should be applied generously and reapplied frequently. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.