Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. May's average low-temperature reading settles at a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F).Heat index
For May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
In Macapo, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 22.4 days. Throughout May, 123mm (4.84") of precipitation is accumulated. In Macapo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239 days and collects up to 1046mm (41.18") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:51 -04.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are May and July, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Average temperature in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 21.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average pressure in May: 1012.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average rainfall in May: 123mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are May, July and November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Macapo, Venezuela
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).
