May weather forecast
Barentu, Eritrea

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Weather in May

May serves as a prelude to Barentu's rainy season, registering a six-fold increase in rainfall levels up to 6mm (0.24"). Consequently, the increased frequency of showers has a noticeable effect on the weather, increasing the air's humidity. There is a further increase in the average high temperature, stabilizing at 39.1°C (102.4°F), the highest for the year. Despite the rainfall, May offers longer sunlight hours, stretching up to 12.8 hours per day. Therefore, May encompasses a fascinating interplay between rain and sunshine, presenting a unique charm in Barentu's weather.

Temperature

In Barentu, the months of April and May register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 39.1°C (102.4°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 24%, May is the least humid month in Barentu.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Barentu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.6 days and collects up to 185mm (7.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:56 EAT.

Sunshine

In Barentu, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in May transforms into this advice:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Barentu?

During April and May, Barentu experiences its warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 39.1°C (102.4°F).

How hot does it get in Barentu in May?

During May, Barentu experiences an average high-temperature of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and a low-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

What is the least humid month in Barentu?

The least humid month in Barentu, Eritrea, is May, with an average relative humidity of 24%.

What is the average humidity in May in Barentu?

In May, the average relative humidity is 24%.

How much does it rain in Barentu in May?

In May, in Barentu, Eritrea, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Barentu, the average day length in May is 12h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Barentu?

On the first day of May in Barentu, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:56 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Barentu have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Barentu?

March through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Barentu, Eritrea.

What is the UV index reading in May in Barentu?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Barentu, Eritrea, is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average temperature in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average high temperature in May: 39.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (32.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

Average pressure in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average pressure in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average wind speed in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average humidity in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average humidity in May: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (24%).

Average rainfall in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average rainfall in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (96mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average rainfall days in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average sunshine days in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average UV index in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average cloud cover in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in May
Barentu, Eritrea

Average visibility in May - Barentu, Eritrea
  • 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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