May weather forecastTarim, Yemen

May weather forecast for Tarim, Yemen: Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. In May, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

May

Weather in May

May ushers in summertime in Tarim, with the temperature hitting a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F). Although it's hotter compared to April, the lucid skies and increased sunshine hours contribute to the overall pleasant weather. This month sees an uptick in humidity that provides a balmy atmosphere, typical of a tropical climate. The amount of rainfall is slightly more than in April, likely causing brief, refreshing showers. Despite the rising temperatures, the wind speed remains manageable, making outdoor activities enjoyable.

Temperature

Tarim, Yemen, sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a warm 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 58%.

Rainfall

In Tarim, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Tarim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.5 days and collects up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:12 +03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

During May, Tarim experiences an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 58%.

In Tarim, during May, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 12h and 53min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:12 +03.

In Tarim, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average high temperature in May: 32.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average pressure in May: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average humidity in May: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (13mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (22.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are October and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Tarim, Yemen

  • 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).