May weather forecast
Gicheru, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Gicheru, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.2°C (57.6°F) and max 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May sees average high-temperatures adjusting to an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F), from a not significantly different 24.7°C (76.5°F). Gicheru experiences a steady low-temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F) throughout May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Gicheru, in May, during 27.7 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gicheru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.5 days and collects up to 676mm (26.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gicheru, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Gicheru, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are April and May, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 14.2°C (57.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the most humid month?
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in May in Gicheru?
In Gicheru, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.
How many days does it rain in May in Gicheru?
In Gicheru, in May, it is raining for 27.7 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gicheru have in May?
In May, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Gicheru?
April and May, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gicheru?
January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Gicheru, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average temperature in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

Average pressure in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average pressure in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average wind speed in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average humidity in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average rainfall in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in May: 83mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average rainfall days in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average sunshine days in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

Average UV index in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average UV index in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average cloud cover in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May - Gicheru, Kenya
Average visibility in May
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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