May weather forecast
Royal Palm Beach, FL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

Shifting into May, Royal Palm Beach records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. During May, Royal Palm Beach consistently records a temperature low averaging a still moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Royal Palm Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Royal Palm Beach, Florida, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 218.6 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Royal Palm Beach is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Royal Palm Beach is 10.7h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Royal Palm Beach. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Royal Palm Beach?

In Royal Palm Beach, 82.9°F (28.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 73.8°F (23.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Royal Palm Beach?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Royal Palm Beach in May?

In Royal Palm Beach, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Royal Palm Beach?

The average day length in May in Royal Palm Beach is 13h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Royal Palm Beach?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Royal Palm Beach have in May?

In Royal Palm Beach, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Royal Palm Beach?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Royal Palm Beach, Florida.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Royal Palm Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average temperature in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 73.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (61.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average pressure in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average wind speed in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average humidity in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average rainfall in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.3 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average UV index in May - Royal Palm Beach, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in May - Royal Palm Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Average visibility in May - Royal Palm Beach, 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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