May weather forecastDzirive, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Dzirive, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29°C (84.2°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May registers at a warm 29°C (84.2°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Dzirive records an average nighttime low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) in May.

Heat index

May's heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

May, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Dzirive.

Rainfall

In Dzirive, in May, during 21.2 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 204.6 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, in Dzirive, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dzirive is May, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dzirive are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Dzirive, records 29°C (84.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

May, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Dzirive.

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Dzirive, in May, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation.

In Dzirive, the average day length in May is 11h and 55min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

The month with the least sunshine in Dzirive, Kenya, is May, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Dzirive, Kenya, are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Dzirive, Kenya, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Jun

Average high temperature

31°C

29°C

28.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

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14km/h

16.7km/h

17.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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3.6

12.5

Average UV index

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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average high temperature in May: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, June, July and December (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average rainfall in May: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average rainfall days in May: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average daylight in May: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average sunshine days in May: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Dzirive, Kenya

Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Dzirive, Kenya

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).