May weather forecast
Arusha, Tanzania

Arusha's weather shifts considerably as we approach May. A significant change in rainfall from April is recorded, with showers reducing to 211mm (8.31"). The climate undergoes a cooling period with temperatures gradually falling. Notably less sunshine hours are present in comparison to April, making for shorter sunlit days. The UV index, however, remains unaltered and continues to be high.

Temperature

Transitioning from April to May in Arusha involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a moderately hot 25°C (77°F) to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). Arusha observes an average low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F) during May nights.

Rainfall

In Arusha, Tanzania, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 211mm (8.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Arusha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113 days and collects up to 1237mm (48.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Arusha are April through July, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 12 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure every crucial precaution is taken. Individuals with light skin could experience burns in under 5 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.