May weather forecast
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

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Weather in May

May brings with it a cooler breeze in Kouaoua, as temperatures continue their downward slump started in April. The decreased rainfall of 52mm (2.05") signals the onset of the dry season, which lasts until September. As the city bids farewell to long daylight hours seen in previous months, denizens adapt to shorter, crisp days. Despite the shrinking sunlight hours, the UV index remains stable at 6. The wind begins to tighten its grip, but not enough to cause a ripple, let alone a storm.

Temperature

Kouaoua, New Caledonia, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F) in May, maintaining a close correlation with April's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Kouaoua maintains an average of approximately a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F) during May nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kouaoua is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kouaoua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.3 days and collects up to 692mm (27.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of May in Kouaoua, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:22 +11.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kouaoua in May?

During May, Kouaoua experiences an average high-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) and a low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kouaoua?

In Kouaoua, New Caledonia, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Kouaoua in May?

In Kouaoua, New Caledonia, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kouaoua have in May?

In May, the average day length in Kouaoua, New Caledonia, is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kouaoua?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, in Kouaoua, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:22 +11.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kouaoua?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kouaoua?

In Kouaoua, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average temperature in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (21.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average pressure in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March, April and November (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average humidity in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in May: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, July and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average UV index in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Kouaoua, New Caledonia

Average visibility in May - Kouaoua, New Caledonia
  • 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).

Kouaoua, New Caledonia

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