May weather forecast
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

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Weather in May

May continues the meteorological narrative set by April in Nukuhetulu, further dwindling the telltale signs of a deep-set tropical climate. Rainfall dwindles down to 59mm (2.32"), marking a record low for the year so far. The pleasant meteorological shift paves the way for sunnier skies, longer periods of daylight and lower relative humidity. As the winds start to show a bit more might, gusts average 34.7km/h (21.6mph), creating a soothing respite from the mild warmth. May portrays a different face of Nukuhetulu's weather, shaking off the tropical template and setting a more temperate one.

Temperature

Transitioning from April to May, Nukuhetulu observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F), differing subtly from the previous month. May records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) in Nukuhetulu.

Humidity

In Nukuhetulu, Tonga, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Nukuhetulu, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nukuhetulu, there are 193.9 rainfall days, and 991mm (39.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, in Nukuhetulu, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:06 +13.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nukuhetulu are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Nukuhetulu?

The high-temperature during May is 25.2°C (77.4°F) and the low-temperature is 23.9°C (75°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Nukuhetulu?

The average relative humidity in May in Nukuhetulu, Tonga, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Nukuhetulu?

In Nukuhetulu, Tonga, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Nukuhetulu have in May?

In May, the average day length in Nukuhetulu, Tonga, is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nukuhetulu?

On the first day of May in Nukuhetulu, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:06 +13.

How many hours of sunshine does Nukuhetulu have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Nukuhetulu, Tonga, is 7.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nukuhetulu?

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Nukuhetulu?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average temperature in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average pressure in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average wind speed in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (23.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average humidity in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average rainfall in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average rainfall in May: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (163mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (36mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average rainfall days in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average sunshine days in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average UV index in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average cloud cover in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Average visibility in May - Nukuhetulu, Tonga
  • 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).

Nukuhetulu, Tonga

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