May weather forecast
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

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A big white mosque set in the beautiful Corniche garden park in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with a clear skyline
A big white mosque set in the beautiful Corniche garden park in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with a clear skyline

Weather in May

May sees Dammam's climate make a substantial leap into summer, offering extremely hot afternoons. The shift brings many changes, including a substantial decrease in relative humidity, lower rainfall, and an increase in sea temperature. As the summer heat intensifies into June, expect to feel temperatures climb to a maximum of 40.6°C (105.1°F) throughout May. Despite this, the longer daylight hours give locals more time to adapt to the heightened summer temperatures.

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's hot 34.5°C (94.1°F) to a blisteringly hot 40.6°C (105.1°F). Throughout May nights, Dammam reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 26%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Dammam aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 rainfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F).
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In Dammam, Saudi Arabia, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:47 and sunset at 18:28 +03.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

Dammam in May has an average high-temperature of 40.6°C (105.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Dammam, the average relative humidity in May is 26%.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in May, Dammam aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in May?

In Dammam, in May, the average water temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

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

The average day length in May in Dammam is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:47 and sunset at 18:28 +03.

Average temperature in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average temperature in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average high temperature in May: 40.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (45°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°C).

Average humidity in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average humidity in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average humidity in May: 26%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

Average rainfall in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (23mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall days in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average sea temperature in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 27.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (33.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (18.7°C).

Average daylight in May
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Average daylight in May - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

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