May weather forecast
Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia

Riding on the rising tide of temperature, May proves to be an even warmer month in Madain Saleh. The merriment of weather finds expression in the prolonged hours of sunshine that characterize the city in this month. Falling in tune with the restless progression of the year, the city stays firm on its dry spell policy, ruling out any signs of rainfall. The daylight hours see a hike, leading to sunnier days. With the UV index soaring to its zenith, travelers should arm themselves with appropriate sun gear.

Temperature

As May sets in Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a warm 29°C (84.2°F) in April to a hot 32°C (89.6°F). May in Madain Saleh presents a pronounced difference from daytime highs, with a consistent average low-temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

Rainfall

In Madain Saleh, in May, during 1 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8 rainfall days, and 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:17 +03.

Sunshine

In Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Madain Saleh are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 12 translates into these guidelines:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Apply liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours, and promptly after any outdoor workout or a swim.