May weather forecast
Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan

Entering into May, Sun Moon Lake starts to experience the early signs of summer. The longer daylight hours contrive sweltering daytime temperatures, urging residents and visitors to seek shelter during peak sun hours. Regular rain showers interspersed with bright sunshine form usual weather patterns. The UV index reaches its zenith, advising stringent sun protection measures. Within the marked escalation of rainfall in this calendar year, May stands out by experiencing heavy rainfall of 207mm (8.15").

Temperature

Sun Moon Lake's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 23°C (73.4°F). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

In Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan, in May, during 20 rainfall days, 207mm (8.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 208 rainfall days, and 2046mm (80.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:39 CST.

Sunshine

In Sun Moon Lake, the average sunshine in May is 5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 12 in May leads to these guidelines:
Put into action all crucial precautions. Defense against sun damage is a must. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.