May weather forecastHuambo, Angola
May
Weather in May
May is notably drier than April in Huambo, with just 5mm (0.2") of rainfall observed, marking a pivot to the city's winter season. Concurrently, the month maintains a consistent daylight duration of 11.5 hours. Knit together with a further decrease in humidity, the brighter May weather leads to increased visibility. The barometric pressure reading stabilizes at an annual high of 1016mb, somewhat higher than in April. Even though temperatures continue on their declining trend, this month brings pleasant climate for outdoor activities.Temperature
Welcoming May, Huambo notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F), nearly consistent with April's 24.1°C (75.4°F). Huambo's May nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 11.1°C (52°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Huambo, Angola, is 64%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains in Huambo. During 4.8 rainfall days, in May, Huambo aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Huambo, Angola, there are 194 rainfall days, and 1462mm (57.56") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 32min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:37 WAT.
Sunshine
In Huambo, Angola, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.UV index
January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average high temperature in May: 25.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (8.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average pressure in May: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average humidity in May: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).
Average rainfall in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average rainfall in May: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (281mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are September and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average sunshine days in May: 25 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average cloud cover in May: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in May
Huambo, Angola
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
