May weather forecastMahalapye, Botswana
May
Weather in May
With the onset of winter, May brings noticeable changes to the climate in Mahalapye. While sunshine remains abundant during the day, the drop in temperature becomes more prominent. On the other side of the scale, humidity values stay on the lower end, resulting in a generally dry vibe in the air. Winds continue their gentle pace, providing a soothing atmosphere. 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 12.8°C (55°F) are the observed high and low temperatures in May, confirming the onset of cooler days and comparatively colder nights.Temperature
The onset of May in Mahalapye manifests an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Mahalapye records an average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) throughout the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 49%.Rainfall
In Mahalapye, in May, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mahalapye, there are 88.8 rainfall days, and 328mm (12.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 1min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:34 CAT.
Sunshine
May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mahalapye. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average high temperature in May: 24.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 12.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average pressure in May: 1019.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average wind speed in May: 9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average humidity in May: 49%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).
Average rainfall in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in May: 28 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Mahalapye, Botswana
- 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).
