May weather forecast
Plum, New Caledonia

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Weather in May

Weather temperatures continue to drop in May following the cooling trend started by April. Plum, New Caledonia experiences fewer daylight hours which now stand at roughly 11.1 per day. Nevertheless, lovers of outdoor activities can still make the most out of the day, as the weather stays generally clear with the cloud cover percentage standing at 45%. Nature enthusiasts can bask in the picturesque views of the tropical landscape, while others may enjoy a quiet picnic by the beach. As the sun sets, the skyline over Plum often graces spectators with a myriad of vibrant hues.

Temperature

The dawn of May sees an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F), subtly contrasting with April's 24.5°C (76.1°F). In Plum, nights during May observe an average temperature decrease to 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Humidity

In Plum, New Caledonia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Plum, in May, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. In Plum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 224.5 days and collects up to 774mm (30.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:17 +11.

Sunshine

April through July, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Plum.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Plum?

The high-temperature, in May, in Plum, records 22.8°C (73°F), while the low-temperature is 20.5°C (68.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Plum?

In Plum, New Caledonia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Plum in May?

In Plum, New Caledonia, during May, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in May in Plum is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Plum?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, in Plum, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:17 +11.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Plum?

The months with the least sunshine in Plum, New Caledonia, are April through July, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Plum have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Plum is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plum?

The months with the lowest UV index in Plum, New Caledonia, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Plum?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average temperature in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (17.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average pressure in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July, August and September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (18.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average humidity in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in May: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (14.3 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, May, June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (8.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average UV index in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in May - Plum, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Plum, New Caledonia

Average visibility in May - Plum, 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).

Plum, New Caledonia

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