May weather forecastBethel, Vanuatu
May
Weather in May
May brings a pleasant relief from April's peak rainfall with totals falling to 77mm (3.03"), a significant decrease. Despite the reduction in precipitation, the temperature remains comfortably warm hovering around 26.5°C (79.7°F). The shift from April to May signifies the arrival of the dry season. The decrease in rainfall and cloud coverage increases the appeal of outdoor activities. May's comfortable weather makes it an attractive month for those seeking to experience the splendor of Vanuatu.Temperature
Bethel ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. May nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a still moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.1 days and collects up to 1033mm (40.67") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:11 +11.
Sunshine
In Bethel, the average sunshine in May is 5.5h.UV index
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average high temperature in May: 26.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 25.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1006.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average wind speed in May: 25.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April, June, October, November and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, May, July, August and September (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average rainfall in May: 77mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (184mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (34mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (2.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in May
Bethel, Vanuatu
- 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).
