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Sri LankaThe weather in May in Pigeon Island
It's hot in May in Pigeon Island with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Pigeon Island. 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 Pigeon Island, Sri Lanka. 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 39°C in 2019, Pigeon Island reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 163 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Pigeon Island
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Pigeon Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Pigeon Island | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 163 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Pigeon Island with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 35°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Pigeon Island is around 35°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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Pigeon Island, Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Pigeon Island
Temperature in May in Pigeon Island over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Pigeon Island, Sri Lanka. 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 Pigeon Island
Total precipitation in May in Pigeon Island over the years
Daily UV index in May in Pigeon Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Pigeon 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 Pigeon Island by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Pigeon Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.