May weather forecast
Kavieng, Papua New Guinea

Moving into May, weather features in Kavieng diverge from the trend noted in earlier months. Although the high and low temperature measures follow a static pattern, the rainfall chart records a comprehensive change. The rainfall drops significantly to 238mm (9.37"), underlying the shift towards the drier half of the year. Water temperatures and sunshine hours follow a similar pattern with no substantial change. UV index dips marginally to 11 but it does not signify a drop in UV radiation intensity to a great extent.

Temperature

Kavieng's May weather, marked by an average high temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) and an average low temperature of 25°C (77°F), is the coldest in the year.

Rainfall

In Kavieng, Papua New Guinea, in May, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 238mm (9.37") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 246 rainfall days, and 3240mm (127.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

May and November, with an average sea temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: For many swimmers, waters with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F) might not be as cooling.

Daylight

In Kavieng, Papua New Guinea, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:53 +10.

Sunshine

January, March through October, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Kavieng.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kavieng. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests this advice:
Adopt all essential precautions. Preventing sun harm is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.