May weather forecast
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another very hot month in Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°C (102.6°F) and 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Umm ar Rakah experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fiery hot 35.6°C (96.1°F) in April to a still torrid 39.2°C (102.6°F). Throughout May, Umm ar Rakah experiences a low-temperature average of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 27%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Umm ar Rakah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 22.1 days and collects up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Umm ar Rakah, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:57 +03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.2h.

UV index

In Umm ar Rakah, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following advice:
Immediate damage can occur to skin and eyes if left unprotected. Always take necessary precautions. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?
May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.2°C (102.6°F) and a low-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 27%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Umm ar Rakah, in May, during 2.1 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Umm ar Rakah have in May?
The average day length in May is 13h and 9min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:57 +03.
How many hours of sunshine does Umm ar Rakah have in May?
In Umm ar Rakah, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.2h.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average temperature in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average high temperature in May: 39.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average pressure in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average wind speed in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average humidity in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average humidity in May: 27%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (21%).

Average rainfall in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average rainfall in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and June (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average rainfall days in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (3.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.6 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average sunshine days in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (24.7 days).

Average UV index in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average UV index in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average cloud cover in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May - Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
Average visibility in May
Umm ar Rakah, Saudi Arabia
  • 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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