May weather forecast
Mosul, Iraq

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Weather in May

May brings about a distinct shift to summer in Mosul, with longer daylight periods and less frequent rain. Among the noticeable changes is the substantial decrease in rainfall, almost reaching negligible levels. Interestingly, this drop doesn't impact the city's daylight hours, still maintaining a steady 14.1 hours daily. Temperature variance layers in more heat, hinting at the onset of the scorching summer months. A dramatic leap to a UV index of 9 stresses extra precaution.

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F) in April to a tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F). Mosul registers a pronounced decline from daytime peak temperatures, averaging an enjoyable 16.2°C (61.2°F) lows in May.

Rainfall

In Mosul, Iraq, in May, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 71 rainfall days, and 364mm (14.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 19:19 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mosul is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 9 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Mosul in May?

In May, in Mosul, the average high-temperature is 32.7°C (90.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).

How many days does it rain in May in Mosul?

In Mosul, during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mosul?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 19:19 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Mosul have in May?

In Mosul, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Mosul?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mosul, Iraq, is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Mosul, Iraq

Average temperature in May - Mosul, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in May: 32.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (42.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average rainfall in May
Mosul, Iraq

Average rainfall in May - Mosul, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in May: 15.2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (63.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mosul, Iraq

Average rainfall days in May - Mosul, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mosul, Iraq

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mosul, Iraq
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 14h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in May
Mosul, Iraq

Average UV index in May - Mosul, Iraq
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Mosul, Iraq

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