The weather in May in British Indian Ocean Territory
It's hot in May in British Indian Ocean Territory with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 28°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in British Indian Ocean Territory. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for British Indian Ocean Territory. 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 35°C in 2015, British Indian Ocean Territory reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for British Indian Ocean Territory
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in British Indian Ocean Territory. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
British Indian Ocean Territory | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 129 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 15 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in British Indian Ocean Territory with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in British Indian Ocean Territory is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in British Indian Ocean Territory. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in British Indian Ocean Territory
Temperature in May in British Indian Ocean Territory over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in British Indian Ocean Territory. 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 British Indian Ocean Territory
Total precipitation in May in British Indian Ocean Territory over the years
Daily UV index in May in British Indian Ocean Territory
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in British Indian Ocean Territory, 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.
Weather experiences in May in British Indian Ocean Territory
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Average weather in British Indian Ocean Territory by month
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