May weather forecastMgamboni, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Mgamboni, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Mgamboni's high-temperatures adjust to a moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. May nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Mgamboni, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

In Mgamboni, in May, the average high-temperature is 28.8°C (83.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In Mgamboni, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

In Mgamboni, during May, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 11h and 58min.

On the first day of May in Mgamboni, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in May: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in May: 26km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in May: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Mgamboni, Kenya

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).