May weather forecast
Newport, Curaçao

May in Newport, Curaçao is characterized by a steady weather pattern. The tropical heat embraces the city, as the temperature reaches its highest so far in the year, peaking at 27.7°C (81.9°F). A culmination of increasing sunshine hours and extended daylight further enhance the warm and welcoming atmosphere. Though the relative humidity rises a bit, the wind speed moderates, compensating for the increased moisture in the air. Overall, May offers an agreeable climate, ideal for outdoor activities and beach enjoyment.

Temperature

May's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. The month of May is marked by an average minimum temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. 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 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In May, in Newport, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Newport, Curaçao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.5 days and collects up to 653mm (25.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Newport is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:56 AST.

Sunshine

In Newport, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Newport are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Newport are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.