May weather forecastThamaga, Botswana
May
Weather in May
May experiences colder temperatures dropping to a low of 11.8°C (53.2°F) during the evenings. This makes May distinctly cooler than April and the shift is a welcome departure for those seeking a break from the heat. The landscapes of Thamaga offers a different kind of beauty under the clear skies of May. The dry and cooler weather conditions make May a popular time for tourism in the region.Temperature
The transition into May in Thamaga notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.1°C (75.4°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 26.3°C (79.3°F) in April. A steady average of 11.8°C (53.2°F) throughout May underscores a considerable divergence from the daytime high.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Thamaga, Botswana, is 46%.Rainfall
In Thamaga, during May, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Thamaga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 281mm (11.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.On the first day of May in Thamaga, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 17:36 CAT.
Sunshine
May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Thamaga is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, Botswana
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 54min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min
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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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
Thamaga, 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).
