May weather forecast
Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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Weather in May

Optimum beach weather sets in during May in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with sea temperature hitting the 28°C (82.4°F) mark. A further increase to 23°C (73.4°F) in the low temperature is noticeable. Also, a minor increase observes in the total amount of rainfall during May, signaling the start of the rainy season. Despite this, the month is characterized by more sunlight hours and continues to be a popular time for beach and water activities. Local festivities and tourism are undeterred by the onset of the rainy season, with May continuing to be a busy and vibrant month in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Temperature

The height of temperatures in Grenadines is seen during April through November, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200 rainfall days, and 1594mm (62.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Grenadines, the average seawater temperature in May is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as ideal and highly pleasant for extended enjoyment in all water activities.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Grenadines, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:27 AST.

Sunshine

January through May and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Put into action all crucial precautions. Defense against sun damage is a must. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. One should apply and reapply liberally a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours and immediately after a swim or an outdoor exercise. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Grenadines?

Grenadines experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) during April through November.

How hot does it get in Grenadines in May?

The high-temperature during May is 30°C (86°F) and the low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).

How many days does it rain in May in Grenadines?

In Grenadines, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Grenadines?

In May, the average sea temperature in Grenadines is 28°C (82.4°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

How many hours of daylight does Grenadines have in May?

The average day length in May in Grenadines is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Grenadines?

On the first day of May in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:27 AST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Grenadines?

January through May and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

How long on average sun shines in May in Grenadines?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Grenadines?

The months with the highest UV index in Grenadines are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in May in Grenadines?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Grenadines is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in May
Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Average temperature in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average high temperature in May: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March and December (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May, June, July, August, September and October (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (21°C).

Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average rainfall in May: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (57mm).

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and September (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10 days).

Average sea temperature in May
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Average sea temperature in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average sea temperature in May: 28°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (27°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March, April, May and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are June, July, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).

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