May weather forecast
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

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Weather in May

The merry month of May brings noticeable changes to Port Nelson's weather. The air is moderately humid, while the sea temperatures and daylight hours gradually increase, signalling the approaching summer. Rainfall increases significantly, from 39mm (1.54") in April to 83mm (3.27") in May, paving the way for a damper season in the coming months. The city's charm elegantly coils with the weather elements, providing an enthralling atmosphere for both locals and tourists.

Temperature

Port Nelson records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) in May, maintaining a close correlation with April's 24.8°C (76.6°F). Port Nelson marks an average drop to a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F) during nighttime in May, following the high of the day.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Port Nelson, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation. In Port Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.6 days and collects up to 747mm (29.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port Nelson, in May, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:42 EDT.

Sunshine

In Port Nelson, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Warning! Reflective surfaces like sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Port Nelson?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Port Nelson are 26°C (78.8°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Port Nelson?

In May, the average relative humidity in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Port Nelson in May?

In Port Nelson, in May, during 18.2 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in May in Port Nelson?

In Port Nelson, The Bahamas, the average seawater temperature in May is 26.3°C (79.3°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the average length of the day in May in Port Nelson?

In Port Nelson, The Bahamas, the average day length in May is 13h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Port Nelson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of the month, in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:42 EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Nelson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Port Nelson?

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Port Nelson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average temperature in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in May: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (22.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average pressure in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average wind speed in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average wind speed in May: 22.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average humidity in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in May: 83mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in May: 26.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (24.7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average sunshine days in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average UV index in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average cloud cover in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and October (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average visibility in May - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • 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).

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