Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (74°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kaohsiung throughout May hovers around 81%.
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In May, Kaohsiung averages 235 mm (9.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 12 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 18 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Kaohsiung reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 | ||||