May weather forecast
Goodlands, Mauritius

May

Weather in May

May ushers in a drier spell in Goodlands, Mauritius, with the humidity dropping to 75% and the rainfall amount nearly halving from 41mm (1.61") in April to 21mm (0.83"). This reduction in humidity and precipitation marks a noticeable shift in the wet-dry cycle of the region. The decreased rainfall also corresponds with a rise in atmospheric pressure, resulting in fair skies and optimum visibility. May's weather offers favorable conditions for outdoor activities such as hiking and sightseeing. It's also an excellent time for plant enthusiasts to engage in gardening, as the weather is not excessively hot or humid.

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), subtly different from April's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Goodlands encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the May nights, with a low-temperature average of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Goodlands, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Goodlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
In Goodlands, in May, the average high-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Goodlands, Mauritius, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 10min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:37 +04.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Goodlands?
May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Goodlands, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average temperature in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average pressure in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average wind speed in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in May: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average humidity in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average rainfall in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average rainfall days in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average sunshine days in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average UV index in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average cloud cover in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May - Goodlands, Mauritius
Average visibility in May
Goodlands, Mauritius
  • 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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