May weather forecast
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in May

Kolwezi witnesses substantial weather changes in May, marking the cessation of the rainy season. Apart from the notable drop in rainfall, May also displays a significant decline in relative humidity. Reduced cloud cover and increased sunshine duration effectively lead to warmer days. Variation of temperature experiences yet another increase, peaking at 26.6°C (79.9°F). Furthermore, wind speed continues its ascendance, creating an ideal setting for outdoor activities.

Temperature

As Kolwezi transitions into May, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 26.6°C (79.9°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Kolwezi records an average nighttime temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Kolwezi is 68%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 9.3 rainfall days, in May, Kolwezi aggregates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. In Kolwezi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192 days and collects up to 1338mm (52.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Kolwezi, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, July through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Kolwezi, in May, the average high-temperature is 26.6°C (79.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 9.3 rainfall days, in May, Kolwezi aggregates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Kolwezi, the average day length in May is 11h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May, July through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in May: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (259mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in May - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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