May weather forecastRusaka, Burundi
May
Weather in May
Moving into May, Rusaka emerges from its cooler phase and plays host to rising temperatures. Joining the warmth is a considerable drop in rainfall, marking a transition into the dry period after the substantial amount in April. An upturn in wind speed denotes the upcoming drier months. The city boasts ample sunshine during May, which, coupled with moderate humidity, creates a comfortable weather for the city dwellers. Waning daylight hours do little to affect the viable weather, as May holds forte before the peak of summer hits Rusaka.Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 13.4°C (56.1°F) respectively, May is Rusaka's coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 86%.Rainfall
In Rusaka, during May, the rain falls for 26 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. In Rusaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 271.1 days and collects up to 1766mm (69.53") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.UV index
January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 13.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13°C).
Average pressure in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, October and November (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average rainfall in May: 105mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average rainfall days in May: 26 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Rusaka, Burundi
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May and December (8km).
