May weather forecast
Serowe, Botswana

May

Weather in May

May marks a significant pivot in the weather pattern of Serowe. Courtesy of the consistently clear skies and relative humidity reducing to an average of 49%, cooler and crisper evenings become frequent as temperatures persistently decrease. An absolute drop in rainfall indicates the start of the city’s dry spell. Despite the dip in temperatures and sunshine hours, the UV index still lingers at 5, highlighting increased sun safety durations. Consequently, residents around Serowe can anticipate a month with fresh temperatures and scarce precipitation.

Temperature

May's arrival in Serowe registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.6°C (76.3°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. The average low-temperature, in May, is a cool 12.8°C (55°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Serowe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 328mm (12.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:36 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Serowe in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Serowe, is 24.6°C (76.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 49%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Serowe, during May, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Serowe?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 3min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:36 CAT.
What are the months with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Serowe is 7.6h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Serowe.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Serowe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Serowe, Botswana
Average temperature in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average pressure in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average wind speed in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average humidity in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average rainfall in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average rainfall days in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Serowe, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average sunshine days in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average UV index in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average cloud cover in May
Serowe, 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 - Serowe, Botswana
Average visibility in May
Serowe, 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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