May weather forecast
Kitale, Kenya

May

Weather in May

With the progression of the year in Kitale, May continues to highlight the wet season's features. A significant portion of the month is likely to be rainy, yet the rainfall doesn't deter the city's charm. Visibility reduces marginally from 9km (5.6mi) to 8km (5mi) due to cloud cover. Yet, Kitale's vibrant aura is greatly enhanced, displaying a visual spectacle nobody would want to miss.

Temperature

Kitale starts May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F), a minor shift from April's 25.3°C (77.5°F). During the May nights, an average temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) is observed in Kitale.

Humidity

In Kitale, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Kitale. Rain falls for 21.4 days and accumulates 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kitale, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kitale is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kitale in May?
May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) and a low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Kitale, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, in Kitale, Kenya, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout May, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kitale have in May?
The average day length in May is 12h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kitale have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, Kenya
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

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 5min

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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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
Kitale, 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).

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