May weather forecast
Khost, Afghanistan

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Weather in May

May in Khost brings in an impressive increase in temperatures, marking the onset of summer. Temperatures can hike up to a blistering high of 28.9°C (84°F), while the average low stays at a warm 18.8°C (65.8°F). Along with the increased heat, May also sees a substantial decrease in rainfall to just 20mm (0.79") over 5.3 days. Concurrently, cloud cover decreases to 11% and sunshine amounts to a glorious 12h per day. Despite the high heat, the winds remain steady, averaging 9.4km/h (5.8mph), offering a mild reprieve from the temperatures.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Khost signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) in April to a still warm 28.9°C (84°F). Khost's average low-temperature is measured at an enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F) during May.

Humidity

In Khost, the average relative humidity in May is 30%.

Rainfall

In Khost, in May, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Khost, there are 66.7 rainfall days, and 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Khost is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 18:54 +0430.

Sunshine

In Khost, the average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Khost in May?

May temperatures in Khost vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Khost?

The average relative humidity in May in Khost is 30%.

How many days does it rain in May in Khost?

In Khost, Afghanistan, in May, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Khost?

In Khost, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Khost have in May?

In Khost, the average day length in May is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Khost?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 18:54 +0430.

How many hours of sunshine does Khost have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Khost is 12h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Khost?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Khost.

How high is the UV index in May in Khost?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average temperature in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average pressure in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average wind speed in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (9.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average humidity in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in May: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average rainfall in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in May: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average rainfall days in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average snowfall in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average snowfall days in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average sunshine days in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18 days).

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Average UV index in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average UV index in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average cloud cover in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Khost, Afghanistan

Average visibility in May - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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