May weather forecast
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in May

May is the rainiest month in Butembo with averaged rainfall reaching 193mm (7.6"), the highest for the year. This peak in rainfall coincides with a slight decrease in average maximum and minimum temperatures. After the peak in May, the rainfall starts to decrease progressively over the following months. May stands out not only because of the high rainfall but also because of the relative decrease in temperatures amidst the generally warm climate.

Temperature

The advent of May presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Butembo, in May, experiences an average temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) at night.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Butembo, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, in May, it is raining for 27.5 days, with typically 193mm (7.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Butembo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 311.4 days and collects up to 1954mm (76.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

April through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Butembo. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Butembo?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and a low-temperature of 16°C (60.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Butembo?

The most humid month in Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May in Butembo?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in Butembo in May?

In May, the rain falls for 27.5 days. Throughout May, 193mm (7.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Butembo?

In Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average day length in May is 12h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Butembo?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Butembo?

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo.

How many hours of sunshine does Butembo have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Butembo is 10.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Butembo?

The months with the lowest UV index in Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, are April through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Butembo?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and November (25.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (15.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and May (4.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in May: 193mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (235mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (67mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.9 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is October (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, July and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in May - Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (8km).

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