May weather forecast
Molepolole, Botswana

May

Weather in May

May is characterized by a noticeable transition into the cooler season in Molepolole. The city witnesses a noteworthy drop in rainfall to merely 3mm (0.12"), leading to extended periods of dry weather. This period sees significantly cooler nights, alongside a marked decrease in humidity, indicative of the departing summer. May provides ideal weather for travel enthusiasts to indulge in various outdoor activities without the discomfort of summer heat or unpredictable showers.

Temperature

Molepolole's May average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Nighttime in May brings a stark departure from the daily high in Molepolole, resting at an average low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F).

Humidity

In Molepolole, the average relative humidity in May is 46%.

Rainfall

In Molepolole, during May, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.7 rainfall days, and 281mm (11.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Molepolole, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:37 CAT.

Sunshine

May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Molepolole in May?
Molepolole in May has an average high-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 46%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Molepolole, during May, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 10h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:37 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In Molepolole, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average temperature in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.4°C).

Average pressure in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average pressure in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average wind speed in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in May: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average humidity in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average humidity in May: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average rainfall in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average rainfall days in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average sunshine days in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average UV index in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are October and November (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average cloud cover in May
Molepolole, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May - Molepolole, Botswana
Average visibility in May
Molepolole, 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).

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