May is a beautiful month with plenty of sunshine and warm weather, making it perfect for sunbathing and swimming. The sea temperature starts to rise, making it more enjoyable for beach activities. Snorkeling and diving are popular during this month, while surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing may still not be ideal due to the lack of strong winds and waves. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May is a pleasant month in Monopoli, with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 23°C. The beach at Santo Stefano starts to see a moderate increase in visitors, but it is still not extremely crowded. There are no major public holidays or special events that affect the crowd levels in May.
The average maximum temperature in Santo Stefano in May is 22°. The average maximum temperature is 17° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average temperature in Santo Stefano in May is 17°. The average temperature ranges is 13° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Santo Stefano in May is 11°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Santo Stefano in May are 14.5 and there are 8.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Santo Stefano in May is typically 8.4 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. 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 Santo Stefano in May is 18.1° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in Santo Stefano in May is 0.5cm and on average there are 8.5 rainy days in May making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Santo Stefano in May is 14° which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Santo Stefano in May is typically 94%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.6% in the previous month and 90.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Santo Stefano in May is typically 71.7%. The average relative humidity is 78.2% in the previous month and 66.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Santo Stefano in May is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Santo Stefano in May is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Santo Stefano in May is from the West-Northwest.
