May Weather in Riohacha

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Riohacha, Colombia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (76°F). Typically, the humidity level in Riohacha throughout May hovers around 65%.

25°C (76°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (83°F)

Average temperature

34°C (94°F)

Maximum temperature

65%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Riohacha averages 130 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 34 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 15% probability of sunny days during this period.

130 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 34 minutes

Sunshine hours

15%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Riohacha reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 7 10 13 13 12 9 5 2 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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