Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in April - a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C). The average low-temperature, in Margate, Florida, is 75.7°F (24.3°C).Heat index
The average heat index in May is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'real feel', 'feels like', or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors like differences in body mass, height, and shape, metabolic differences, clothing, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
In Margate, Florida, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In Margate, Florida, in May, during 12 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Margate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.1 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Margate, FL
- Average high temperature in May: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 75.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (62.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Margate, FL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Margate, FL
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Margate, FL
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Margate, FL
- Average rainfall in May: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Margate, FL
- Average rainfall days in May: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Margate, FL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 26min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 46min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 32min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Margate, FL
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Margate, FL
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Margate, FL
- Average cloud cover in May: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Margate, FL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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