May weather forecastK'idamaja, Ethiopia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in K'idamaja, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low of 17.2°C (63°F).

Temperature

The advent of May reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at a comfortable 17.2°C (63°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In K'idamaja, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In K'idamaja, in May, during 19.4 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In K'idamaja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of May in K'idamaja, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

Sunshine

In K'idamaja, Ethiopia, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures in K'idamaja vary between a high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in K'idamaja, Ethiopia, is 52%.

In K'idamaja, Ethiopia, during May, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length in K'idamaja is 12h and 38min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in K'idamaja, Ethiopia, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in K'idamaja, Ethiopia.

In K'idamaja, Ethiopia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (12.4°C).

Average pressure in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (31%).

Average rainfall in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall in May: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (315mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and May (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
K'idamaja, Ethiopia

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).