May weather forecast
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

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Weather in May

May's weather in Al Janabiyah, Bahrain is declared with hot days and warm nights as summer proceeds with full intensity. The significant difference from April is profoundly observed by the residents who adjust their daily routines to evade the heat. The low humidity playing along with high temperatures makes for a classic dry-summer-hot atmosphere. Sunshine hours hit their year-high at 12.2 hours per day, further fuelling the soaring temperatures. May serves as the commencement of the hot months, urging locals and tourists to prepare for the sizzling summer ahead.

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a warm 27.3°C (81.1°F) in April to a tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F). In Al Janabiyah, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Al Janabiyah, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Al Janabiyah aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Al Janabiyah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 26.2 days and collects up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of May, in Al Janabiyah, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:25 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Al Janabiyah, Bahrain, is 12.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests this advice:
Protection should always be a priority. Skin and eyes are vulnerable without it. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Al Janabiyah in May?

In Al Janabiyah, in May, the average high-temperature is 32.4°C (90.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.2°C (84.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Al Janabiyah?

In Al Janabiyah, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

What is the last month it rains in Al Janabiyah?

May is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Al Janabiyah aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Al Janabiyah?

The average day length in May in Al Janabiyah is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Al Janabiyah?

On the first day of May in Al Janabiyah, Bahrain, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:25 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Al Janabiyah have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Al Janabiyah, Bahrain, is 12.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Al Janabiyah?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Al Janabiyah is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average temperature in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average high temperature in May: 32.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (36.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (33.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average pressure in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (997.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average wind speed in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average humidity in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average rainfall in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (14mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average rainfall days in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average sunshine days in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (22.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average UV index in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average cloud cover in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 14).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 0).

Average visibility in May
Al Janabiyah, Bahrain

Average visibility in May - Al Janabiyah, Bahrain
  • 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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