May weather forecast
Bushy Park, Barbados

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of longer days with an increase in daylight hours to 12.7 hours per day. Encountering the year's highest rainfall at 44mm (1.73"), it's noticeably a heavier period of precipitation as compared to all previous months. With temperature lows and highs fluctuating between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F) respectively, the weather remains comfortably warm despite the significant rain. The rise in humidity coupled with the longer sunshine hours sets May apart as a unique month in Bushy Park's annual climate cycle.

Temperature

Bushy Park marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), hardly different from April's 27.4°C (81.3°F). During May, nights cool slightly to an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Bushy Park, Barbados, is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bushy Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bushy Park, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of May, in Bushy Park, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bushy Park, Barbados, is 9.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Bushy Park are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Bushy Park in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Bushy Park, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Bushy Park?

In Bushy Park, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bushy Park?

In Bushy Park, Barbados, in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bushy Park have in May?

In Bushy Park, the average day length in May is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bushy Park?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bushy Park?

In Bushy Park, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Bushy Park?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bushy Park.

When is the lowest UV index in Bushy Park?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bushy Park, Barbados.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bushy Park?

In Bushy Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average temperature in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 26.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average pressure in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average wind speed in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average humidity in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average rainfall in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average rainfall in May: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average rainfall days in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average sunshine days in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average UV index in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average cloud cover in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Bushy Park, Barbados

Average visibility in May - Bushy Park, Barbados
  • 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).

Bushy Park, Barbados

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