Cape VerdeThe weather in May in Santa Maria
It's warm in May in Santa Maria with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Santa Maria. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little 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 Santa Maria, Sal. 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 31°C in 2017, Santa Maria reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Maria is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,4 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in May for Santa Maria
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Maria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Santa Maria | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,4 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Santa Maria with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Santa Maria is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Santa Maria, Sal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Santa Maria
Temperature in May in Santa Maria over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Santa Maria, Sal. 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 Santa Maria
Total precipitation in May in Santa Maria over the years
Daily UV index in May in Santa Maria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Maria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.