May weather forecastMaun, Botswana
May
Weather in May
As Maun, Botswana moves into the middle of the year, May brings even cooler temperatures. The cloud cover is noticeably reduced, resulting in a higher percentage of sunshine throughout the month. The UV index starts decreasing by one unit, reducing the intensity of the sun's rays. Pressure also somewhat increases, implying a reduction in stormy conditions. An extreme in the weather pattern can be observed in May, as the rainfall flatlines, recording no precipitation whatsoever.Temperature
May's advent in Maun denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F) from April's 29.9°C (85.8°F). May nights present a stark temperature decrease to a moderate 14.7°C (58.5°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Maun is 38%.Rainfall
May, July and August are months without rainfall in Maun.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 17:54 CAT.
Sunshine
In Maun, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
May through July, 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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average high temperature in May: 28.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average pressure in May: 1017.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March, April and May (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average humidity in May: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (22%).
Average rainfall in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average rainfall in May: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min
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: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in May: 30.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12 days).
Average UV index in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Maun, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in May: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in May
Maun, 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).
