May weather forecast
Bhaktapur, Nepal

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Weather in May

As May arrives in Bhaktapur, Nepal, so does the monsoon season, marked by high rainfall, increasing temperatures, and enhanced humidity. The most significant weather characteristic of May is the dramatic rise in rainfall with an average of 168mm (6.61"). Coupled with an increase in relative humidity to 57%, Bhaktapur breathes life in the lush green vegetation. Interestingly, despite the showers, the city experiences its longest daylight duration during May, allowing visitors to soak in the city's monsoon charm. As May transitions into June, be prepared to witness the peak monsoon, with subsequent months promising even higher rainfall and humidity.

Temperature

The onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), hardly differing from April's 24.4°C (75.9°F). Bhaktapur observes an average nighttime temperature of 15.1°C (59.2°F) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Bhaktapur, in May, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation. In Bhaktapur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.7 days and collects up to 2029mm (79.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bhaktapur is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Bhaktapur, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm +0545.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bhaktapur are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Bhaktapur?

Bhaktapur in May has an average high-temperature of 25°C (77°F) and an average low-temperature of 15.1°C (59.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Bhaktapur?

In Bhaktapur, Nepal, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bhaktapur?

In Bhaktapur, in May, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bhaktapur have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bhaktapur?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bhaktapur, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm +0545.

What month has the most sunshine in Bhaktapur?

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Bhaktapur, Nepal.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bhaktapur?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bhaktapur is 11.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Bhaktapur?

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Bhaktapur, Nepal.

How high is the UV index in May in Bhaktapur?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average temperature in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in May: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average pressure in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average pressure in May: 1009mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average wind speed in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average humidity in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average rainfall in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in May: 168mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (519mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average rainfall days in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average sunshine days in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0 days).

Average UV index in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average UV index in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average cloud cover in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Bhaktapur, Nepal

Average visibility in May - Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).

Bhaktapur, Nepal

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