May weather - Autumn 2024 - Kingston, Norfolk Island

Weather in May
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Average pressure in May
Average wind speed in May
Average humidity in May
Average rainfall in May
Average rainfall days in May
Average sea temperature in May
Average daylight in May
Average sunshine in May
Average sunshine days in May
Average UV index in May
Average cloud cover in May
Average visibility in May

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Weather in May

The month of May in Kingston experiences a further drop in temperature, indicating the clear onset of the cooler months. Despite less rainfall, Kingston's relative humidity remains in the higher spectrum. The number of sunshine hours experiences a slight dip, largely due to an increase in cloud cover percentage. Even though the sea temperature continues to fall, it stays warm enough for swimming. Average gust wind speed recedes to 33.8km/h (21mph) this month.

Temperature

May's arrival in Kingston registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. During the month of May, Kingston identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Kingston is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kingston, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Kingston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.4 days and collects up to 682mm (26.85") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Kingston is 21.8°C (71.2°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 21.8°C (71.2°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Kingston is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 16:58 +11.

Sunshine

May and June, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kingston.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kingston in May?

The high-temperature during May is 24°C (75.2°F) and the low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kingston?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Kingston in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Kingston?

In May, the average sea temperature in Kingston is 21.8°C (71.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°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 Kingston?

In Kingston, the average day length in May is 10h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kingston?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 16:58 +11.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Kingston?

The months with the least sunshine in Kingston, Norfolk Island, are May and June, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kingston?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kingston are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Kingston?

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

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

25.3°C 77.5°F

24°C 75.2°F

22.9°C 73.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

26.8km/h 16.7mph

25.8km/h 16mph

25.5km/h 15.8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

20.3

19.3

16.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.7

6.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average high temperature in May: 24°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (21.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average pressure in May: 1015.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July, August and September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average wind speed in May: 25km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (26.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average rainfall in May: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average sea temperature in May: 21.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

Average sunshine in May: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average sunshine days in May: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Kingston, Norfolk Island

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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May weather forecast
Kingston, Norfolk Island

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