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The weather in May in Barbados
It's hot in May in Barbados with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
May is an awesome month to be in Barbados for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Barbados. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2017, Barbados reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Barbados
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Barbados. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Barbados | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 11 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Barbados with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 27°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Barbados is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Barbados runs from June to November.
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The climate in Barbados is based on weather data from Bridgetown. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Barbados to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Barbados. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Barbados
Temperature in May in Barbados over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Barbados. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Barbados
Total precipitation in May in Barbados over the years
Daily UV index in May in Barbados
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Barbados, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Barbados by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Barbados. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.