United Arab EmiratesThe weather in May in Rafā‘
It's hot in May in Rafā‘ with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 28°C and 32°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Rafā‘. The average temperature of 38°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Rafā‘, United Arab Emirates. 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 47°C in 2021, Rafā‘ reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 37°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 2,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Rafā‘
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rafā‘. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Rafā‘ | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 38°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 42°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 28°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 2,7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Rafā‘ with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 29°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 39°C, with nights around 31°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 Rafā‘ is around 40°C, while nighttime temps are about 31°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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 Rafā‘, United Arab Emirates. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Rafā‘
Temperature in May in Rafā‘ over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Rafā‘, United Arab Emirates. 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 Rafā‘
Total precipitation in May in Rafā‘ over the years
Daily UV index in May in Rafā‘
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Rafā‘, 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 Rafā‘ by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rafā‘. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.