May weather forecast
Tulcan, Ecuador

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Weather in May

May signifies a marked shift in Tulcan's weather with a decline in rainfall and a simultaneous increase in sunshine. With the fading rain, May brings in an average of 12.2 hours of daylight, making the days relatively longer. The mild weather marks the onset of drier times, providing some respite from the preceding months marked with high rainfall. A significant drop in rainfall is noted in May, recording 143mm (5.63") from the heavy 236mm (9.29") in April. The weather becomes more balanced as the summer months approach Tulcan.

Temperature

Tulcan's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.3°C (61.3°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 16.2°C (61.2°F). Throughout May, Tulcan witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Tulcan, Ecuador, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Tulcan, in May, during 26 rainfall days, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tulcan, there are 308.6 rainfall days, and 2122mm (83.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Tulcan is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, in Tulcan, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Tulcan, Ecuador, is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Tulcan?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Tulcan, is 16.3°C (61.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Tulcan?

The average relative humidity in May in Tulcan is 85%.

How many days does it rain in May in Tulcan?

In Tulcan, Ecuador, in May, during 26 rainfall days, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In May, the average day length is 12h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Tulcan?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

How long on average sun shines in May in Tulcan?

In Tulcan, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Tulcan?

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Tulcan.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Tulcan?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Tulcan is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average temperature in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average pressure in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average wind speed in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average humidity in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average rainfall in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in May: 143mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (51mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in May: 26 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (17.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (8.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average UV index in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Tulcan, Ecuador

Average visibility in May - Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).

Tulcan, Ecuador

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