May weather forecastFafsula, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Fafsula, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F) and an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Fafsula's weather in May, with an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), subtly shifts from April's 34.3°C (93.7°F). Throughout the month of May, Fafsula expects an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In Fafsula, in May, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fafsula, Kenya, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Fafsula is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Fafsula are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Fafsula, records 33.8°C (92.8°F), while the low-temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Fafsula is 60%.

In May, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Fafsula is 12h and 4min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fafsula, Kenya, is 8.3h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Fafsula.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fafsula is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

34.3°C

33.8°C

33°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.2km/h

25.9km/h

29.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.3

21.5

26.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average high temperature in May: 33.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average pressure in May: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average wind speed in May: 25.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average humidity in May: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average rainfall days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min

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

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average sunshine days in May: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Fafsula, Kenya

Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Fafsula, 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).