May weather forecastMkomba, Kenya

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Mkomba, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°C (75.4°F) and max 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Mkomba's weather in May indicates an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly consistent with the 31°C (87.8°F) of April. In May, the average low-temperature is a still warm 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Jul 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Mkomba, is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°C (75.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

The months with the highest humidity are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

In Mkomba, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 55min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

In Mkomba, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

31°C

29.2°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.6km/h

22.3km/h

23.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.9

9.3

14.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average high temperature in May: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 24.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).

Average pressure in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average wind speed in May: 21.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average rainfall in May: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Mkomba, Kenya

Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Mkomba, 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).