May weather forecast
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

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Weather in May

As Mauritius enters the winter season, May in Pamplemousses witnesses a substantial drop in temperatures, with highs around 25.8°C (78.4°F). The metrological records have lower rainfall, further enhancing the dry spell that started in April. Despite shorter daylight hours, Pamplemousses maintains a considerable amount of sunshine per day, creating a balanced equation of light and warmth. The wind becomes slightly less brisk compared to April, clocking in at 19.7km/h (12.2mph) on average. Meanwhile, pressure levels rise to their highest in the year at 1017.2mb.

Temperature

The ushering in of May brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely mirroring the 27.5°C (81.5°F) of April. Pamplemousses's nocturnal average in May closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a still warm 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pamplemousses, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Pamplemousses, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Pamplemousses is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pamplemousses, Mauritius. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pamplemousses?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Pamplemousses, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Pamplemousses?

In May, the average relative humidity in Pamplemousses, Mauritius, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Pamplemousses in May?

In Pamplemousses, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pamplemousses have in May?

In Pamplemousses, the average day length in May is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Pamplemousses?

On the first day of May in Pamplemousses, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pamplemousses?

The average sunshine duration in May is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pamplemousses?

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pamplemousses.

How high is the UV index in May in Pamplemousses?

In Pamplemousses, Mauritius, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average temperature in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average pressure in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average wind speed in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in May: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average humidity in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average rainfall in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average UV index in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Average visibility in May - Pamplemousses, Mauritius
  • 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).

Pamplemousses, Mauritius

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