May weather forecast
Poipu, HI

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Weather in May

May sees a return of the rainfall, but it balances out with the extended daylight hours in the month. As temperatures rise, the difference between the maximum and minimum temperatures widening suggests the onset of summer. Wind speeds fall within comfortable bounds, sustaining the pleasant weather conditions for outdoor activities. Harmonizing with the summer vibes, the sunshine soars to its highest for the year at 9.3 hours. This makes May the ideal month for sun-soak activities in Poipu.

Temperature

May's onset in Poipu sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Poipu's nocturnal readings in May exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Poipu, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Poipu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.4 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Poipu, Hawaii, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Poipu. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Poipu in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Poipu are 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Poipu?

In Poipu, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Poipu in May?

In Poipu, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Poipu have in May?

The average day length in May in Poipu is 13h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Poipu?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poipu have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Poipu is 9.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Poipu?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Poipu?

In Poipu, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Poipu, HI

Average temperature in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (79.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (73.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 72.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (68.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Poipu, HI

Average pressure in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average pressure in May: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (30.07"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Poipu, HI

Average wind speed in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10mph).

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Average humidity in May
Poipu, HI

Average humidity in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Poipu, HI

Average rainfall in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Poipu, HI

Average rainfall days in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.5 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Poipu, HI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Poipu, HI

Average sunshine days in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Poipu, HI

Average UV index in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Poipu, HI

Average cloud cover in May - Poipu, HI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Poipu, HI

Average visibility in May - Poipu, HI
  • 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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