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Weather in May
May marks the deeper onset of autumn in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands. As the region draws closer to winter, temperatures continue to fall, with averages ranging from 4°C (39.2°F) to 2°C (35.6°F). The air grows colder, and the environment becomes increasingly harsh when compared to the slightly warmer conditions in April.
The weather pattern on the Kerguelen Islands, a significant part of this territory, continues to reflect the overall climate of the region. The islands experience a similar drop in temperature, moving closer to the lower end of the scale, with daily averages oscillating between 4°C (39.2°F) to 2°C (35.6°F).
Precipitation in May remains fairly consistent with the previous months. Rain continues to fall regularly, although the instances of snowfall tend to increase due to the falling temperatures. As is characteristic of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands, the weather can change quickly, with clear days transforming into periods of fog, rain, or snow.
May exhibits a notable shift from the conditions of April. With each passing day, the region's descent into winter becomes more evident. Daylight hours continue to shorten, while nighttimes stretch longer. As May transitions into June, the region will experience further cooling, leading into the coldest and most challenging months of the year in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands.
[Resources]The weather pattern on the Kerguelen Islands, a significant part of this territory, continues to reflect the overall climate of the region. The islands experience a similar drop in temperature, moving closer to the lower end of the scale, with daily averages oscillating between 4°C (39.2°F) to 2°C (35.6°F).
Precipitation in May remains fairly consistent with the previous months. Rain continues to fall regularly, although the instances of snowfall tend to increase due to the falling temperatures. As is characteristic of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands, the weather can change quickly, with clear days transforming into periods of fog, rain, or snow.
May exhibits a notable shift from the conditions of April. With each passing day, the region's descent into winter becomes more evident. Daylight hours continue to shorten, while nighttimes stretch longer. As May transitions into June, the region will experience further cooling, leading into the coldest and most challenging months of the year in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands.
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The months with the lowest UV index in Port-aux-Français are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1. In May, in Port-aux-Français, snow falls for 6 days.
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