Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Butterworth, Malaysia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Butterworth throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Butterworth averages 299 mm (11.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 14% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Butterworth reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||