May weather forecast
Moka, Mauritius

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Weather in May

The month of May signals the onset of the winter season in Moka with temperatures that begin to decline to 25.8°C (78.4°F). The shift is characterized by lesser rainfall, a trend guiding towards drier conditions. Continuing the pulse of the savannah climate, winds pick up speed, causing a drop in temperature and adding a fresh twist to the winter onset. Meanwhile, the cloud cover percentage sees a noticeable dip, ensuring bright and sunny days dominate, notwithstanding the advent of winter. Consequently, the city offers an exquisite blend of sun and breeze, making May an inviting period to dig into Moka's offerings.

Temperature

The introduction of May in Moka sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), hardly deviating from April. Nighttime temperatures record an average of 23.6°C (74.5°F) throughout May.

Humidity

In Moka, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Moka, Mauritius, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Moka, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Moka, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Moka is 6.6h.

UV index

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Moka in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Moka, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.6°C (74.5°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Moka?

The average relative humidity in May in Moka is 75%.

How much does it rain in Moka in May?

In Moka, Mauritius, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moka have in May?

In Moka, Mauritius, the average day length in May is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Moka?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:37 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Moka have in May?

In Moka, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Moka?

The months with the lowest UV index in Moka, Mauritius, are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Moka?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average temperature in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average pressure in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average wind speed in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in May: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average humidity in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average rainfall in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average UV index in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Moka, Mauritius

Average visibility in May - Moka, Mauritius
  • 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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