May weather forecast
Livingstone, Zambia

The month of May heralds the arrival of dryer, cooler weather in Livingstone, Zambia. The tipping point arrives as it records 1mm (0.04") rainfall, making May the second driest month. The chilliness of evenings signifies the beginning of winter, although the days remain warm with an ample amount of sunshine. The drying landscape and receding water levels in water bodies make it the perfect time for game viewing. Mild weather urges tourists to explore the city's various attractions without facing any discomfort.

Temperature

The arrival of May sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.7°C (81.9°F), hardly diverging from April's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Despite the significant gap from daytime peaks, Livingstone experiences an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) in May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 50%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 1.3 rainfall days, in May, Livingstone aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Livingstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.3 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of May in Livingstone, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are May and June, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.