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The weather in May in Christmas Island
It's warm in May in Christmas Island with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Christmas Island. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much 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 Christmas Island. 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 2022, Christmas Island reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Christmas Island is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Christmas Island
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Christmas Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Christmas Island | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 46 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Christmas Island with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 26°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 Christmas Island is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Christmas Island. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Christmas Island
Temperature in May in Christmas Island over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Christmas Island. 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 Christmas Island
Total precipitation in May in Christmas Island over the years
Daily UV index in May in Christmas Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Christmas Island, 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 Christmas Island by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Christmas Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.