May weather forecastKilawa, Kenya
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the autumn in Kilawa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 17.1°C (62.8°F).Temperature
May's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.9°C (82.2°F), barely different from April's 28.3°C (82.9°F). During May, Kilawa records an average temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) at night.Heat index
In May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Kilawa, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, in Kilawa, Kenya, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kilawa, Kenya, there are 177.5 rainfall days, and 606mm (23.86") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Kilawa, Kenya, is 12h and 1min.On the first day of May in Kilawa, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:25 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kilawa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average high temperature in May: 27.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).
Average rainfall in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average rainfall in May: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min
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 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3 days).
Average UV index in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Kilawa, Kenya
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, November and December (8km).
