May weather forecastKapenguria, Kenya
May
Weather in May
In May, Kapenguria experiences a drop in temperature to an average high of 23.9°C (75°F) from 25.3°C (77.5°F) in April. It is a month of more rain, less sunshine and overall cooler conditions. The downpour of 104mm (4.09") may lead to cloudy skies, which contribute to reduced visibility. The rainfall also leads to increased humidity levels, peaking at 79% on average. As May signs off, the weather gradually starts to dry up, beckoning a less rainy June.Temperature
Transitioning into May, Kapenguria records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F), almost identical to April's 25.3°C (77.5°F). Kapenguria's temperature drops to an average low of 12.3°C (54.1°F) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.4 days and accumulates 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of May, in Kapenguria, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.
Sunshine
In Kapenguria, Kenya, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average high temperature in May: 23.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 12.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average pressure in May: 1013.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average wind speed in May: 4km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (3.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (51%).
Average rainfall in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average rainfall in May: 104mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Kapenguria, Kenya
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).
