May is a hot and rainy time for sunbathing in State of Maranhao. May is an excellent month for swimming in State of Maranhao with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting State of Maranhao in the months of August, September, October, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in State of Maranhao in May is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in State of Maranhao in May is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in State of Maranhao in May is 24°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in State of Maranhao in May are 12 and there are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in State of Maranhao in May is typically 12.3 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in State of Maranhao in May is 27.6° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in State of Maranhao in May is 40.5cm and on average there are 17.7 rainy days in May making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in State of Maranhao in May is 24° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in State of Maranhao in May is typically 91%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.5% in the previous month and 89.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in State of Maranhao in May is typically 79.9%. The average relative humidity is 81.4% in the previous month and 76.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in State of Maranhao in May is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in State of Maranhao in May is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 8kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in State of Maranhao in May is from the East-Northeast.
