May weather forecast
Drumsite, Christmas Island

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Weather in May

With the onset of May, Drumsite navigates into a period of increased humidity and marginally cooler days. This month is characterized by greater cloud coverage, leading to a decrease in sunshine hours. It's notably one of the wettest periods of the year, boasting 140mm (5.51") of rain, the highest in the entire year. Consequently, it gives rise to a noticeably muggy environment. Moving into June, residents can look forward to a significant decrease in rainfall and a slight easing of temperatures.

Temperature

May's arrival in Drumsite shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), hardly different from the previous month. A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs during the nights of May, averaging a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

May through July and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Drumsite.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.8 days and typically aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Drumsite, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:41 +07.

Sunshine

In Drumsite, Christmas Island, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Drumsite are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Drumsite during May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Drumsite during May are 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What are the most humid months in Drumsite?

The months with the highest humidity are May through July and November, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May in Drumsite?

In Drumsite, Christmas Island, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

What is the rainiest month in Drumsite?

The month with the most rainfall in Drumsite is May, when the rain falls for 22.8 days and typically aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Drumsite in May?

In May, the rain falls for 22.8 days. Throughout May, 140mm (5.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Drumsite?

In Drumsite, the average day length in May is 11h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Drumsite?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:41 +07.

How many hours of sunshine does Drumsite have in May?

In Drumsite, Christmas Island, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Drumsite?

The months with the lowest UV index in Drumsite, Christmas Island, are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Drumsite?

In Drumsite, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average temperature in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average pressure in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average wind speed in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average humidity in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average rainfall in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall in May: 140mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average rainfall days in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average sunshine days in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average UV index in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average cloud cover in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Drumsite, Christmas Island

Average visibility in May - Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • 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).

Drumsite, Christmas Island

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