May weather forecast
Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna

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Weather in May

May provides a marked change in the weather scenario with a noticeable shift from the end of the wet to the beginning of the drier season. A soft decline in temperature can be sensed, but it hardly affects the overall warmth of the region. The skies get clearer, the winds get calmer, and the island gets quieter. It makes the month an ideal time for indulging in aquatic activities or simply lazing on the beach. The sun shines more frequently with an average rainfall of 115mm (4.53").

Temperature

Falaleu's average high-temperature in May is a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Falaleu welcomes an average low temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) in May, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Heat index

May's heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Falaleu, during May, the rain falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 285.2 rainfall days, and 2066mm (81.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Falaleu, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:24 +12.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Falaleu, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Falaleu, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout May, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Falaleu have in May?

In May, the average day length is 11h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:24 +12.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Falaleu, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna

Average temperature in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July, August and September (27.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (28.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (26.8°C).

Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
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Average wind speed in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average wind speed in May: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average rainfall in May: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (405mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (67mm).

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (19.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.5 days).

Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, April and May (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Falaleu, Wallis and Futuna
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

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