May weather forecastGichira, Kenya

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another pleasant month in Gichira, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11°C (51.8°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

May's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) from April's 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average temperature during May nights in Gichira is registered at a fresh 11°C (51.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Gichira, Kenya, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In May, in Gichira, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gichira, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 212.1 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Gichira, Kenya, is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gichira, Kenya, are January through May, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

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

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gichira during May are 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 11°C (51.8°F) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

The average relative humidity in May in Gichira is 83%.

In Gichira, Kenya, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Gichira is 12h and 6min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, in Gichira, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

The months with the least sunshine in Gichira, Kenya, are May and July, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

In Gichira, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

January through May, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Gichira, Kenya.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gichira is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to 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

23.5°C

22.1°C

21.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.1km/h

8.3km/h

7.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.3

5.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average high temperature in May: 22.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.6°C).

Average low temperature in May: 11°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and October (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average rainfall in May: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gichira, 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 30min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average sunshine days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gichira, Kenya

Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and November (UV index 4).