May weather forecast
Bethlehem, West Bank

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The Famous olive Mountain and Bethlehem City in West Bank
The Famous olive Mountain and Bethlehem City in West Bank

Weather in May

May signifies the transition from spring to summer in Bethlehem with a glorious increase in sunshine hours. Temperatures rise starkly, reaching up to 26°C (78.8°F), a noticeable jump from the previous month's high of 22°C (71.6°F). Rainfall becomes a rarity with the city witnessing only minimal precipitation. The sunlight grows stronger, nudging the UV index further. The weather comfortably settles into the warm rhythm of summer.

Temperature

In Bethlehem, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's agreeable 22°C (71.6°F) to a warm 26°C (78.8°F). The nighttime temperature in Bethlehem during May exhibits a clear drop from daytime highs, settling at a mild 14°C (57.2°F).

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 2 rainfall days, in May, Bethlehem aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bethlehem, there are 59 rainfall days, and 557mm (21.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:39 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 10 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 26°C (78.8°F) and 14°C (57.2°F) respectively.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 2 rainfall days, in May, Bethlehem aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bethlehem, West Bank, snow does not fall in March through November.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Bethlehem, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:39 EEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethlehem have in May?

In Bethlehem, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average temperature in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average high temperature in May: 26°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (5°C).

Average rainfall in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average rainfall in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average rainfall days in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average snowfall days in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 13h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in May
Bethlehem, West Bank

Average UV index in May - Bethlehem, West Bank
  • Average UV index in May: 10

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Bethlehem, West Bank

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