May weather forecast
Dushanbe, Tajikistan

May transforms Dushanbe weather with its arrival, signifying the onset of the hot season. The month brings the mercury up to an average high of 27°C (80.6°F) and a low of 13°C (55.4°F), creating a warm and comfortable climate. An immense level of sunshine graces the city providing long, bright days. Rainfall starts to dwindle and take a backseat as the dry summer months approach. Consequently, relative humidity reaches its annual low levels, mirroring the dry and hot conditions about to take hold.

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) in April to a warm 27°C (80.6°F). Throughout May, Dushanbe braces for a considerable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Dushanbe, in May, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Dushanbe, Tajikistan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.8 days and collects up to 568mm (22.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dushanbe, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 19:42 +05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Dushanbe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 10 during May leads to these advisories:
Protection should always be a priority. Skin and eyes are vulnerable without it. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.