May weather forecastGota, Ethiopia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Gota, Ethiopia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°C (84°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

Gota in May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), indicating a slight variation from April's 28.4°C (83.1°F). In the month of May, an average of 19°C (66.2°F) marks the low-temperature.

Heat index

The heat index for May is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Gota, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.3 rainfall days, and 875mm (34.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May and June, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during May is 28.9°C (84°F) and the low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

In Gota, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 117mm (4.61") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May is 12h and 34min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

The months with the most sunshine are May and June, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (13.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (46%).

Average rainfall in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall in May: 117mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (143mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2 days).

Average UV index in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Gota, Ethiopia

  • 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).