May weather forecast
Gharb, Malta

May sees Gharb, Malta, moving into the full swing of warmer temperatures and interplay of longer daylight hours, truly signaling the onset of summer. The city's weather in May carries an air of expectation for the summer days ahead with less rainfall and continual warming temperatures. During this month, rainfall dwindles to just 7mm (0.28") over three days, marking May as the driest period in the first half of the year. An increase in sea temperatures invites early beach-goers. Moving into June, expect to further slide into the summer season with even higher temperatures and less rainfall.

Temperature

The shift into May in Gharb is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from an enjoyable 19°C (66.2°F) in April to a warm 23°C (73.4°F). The average low-temperature in Gharb during May nights is a refreshing 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

In Gharb, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Gharb, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 450mm (17.72") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Gharb, the average seawater temperature in May is 18°C (64.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) does not offer a pleasant experience for most individuals. The act of controlling one's breathing becomes progressively difficult as the water temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gharb is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CEST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Gharb, Malta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 9 suggests this advice:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.