May weather forecast
Protaras, Cyprus

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Weather in May

May's weather signals the advent of summer in Protaras. The increase in temperature becomes prominent during this month, and the humidity levels trend slightly downwards. The sunshine is pronounced, with lengthened sunlight hours allowing daylight to brighten the city considerably. However, the most noticeable aspect is the sea temperature rising to 21.1°C (70°F), drawing people to the beach. As we head into June, Protaras prepares to transition into its warmest months.

Temperature

May's onset in Protaras is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F) in April to a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Protaras's May temperatures average at an agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Protaras, Cyprus, is 64%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout May, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Protaras, there are 62.2 rainfall days, and 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Protaras, the average seawater temperature in May is 21.1°C (70°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 21.1°C (70°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 19:52 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

In Protaras, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Protaras?

The high-temperature, in May, in Protaras, is 24.3°C (75.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.6°C (69.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Protaras?

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How much does it rain in Protaras in May?

In Protaras, Cyprus, in May, during 4.3 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in May in Protaras?

In May, the average sea temperature in Protaras is 21.1°C (70°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Protaras?

In Protaras, Cyprus, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Protaras?

On the first day of May in Protaras, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 19:52 EEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Protaras?

The average sunshine duration in May is 12h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Protaras?

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

Average temperature in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average temperature in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average pressure in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average wind speed in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average wind speed in May: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average humidity in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average rainfall in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average rainfall days in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average sea temperature in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average sea temperature in May: 21.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average sunshine days in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (18.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average UV index in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average cloud cover in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Protaras, Cyprus

Average visibility in May - Protaras, Cyprus
  • 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).

Protaras, Cyprus

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