May weather forecastNanyuki, Kenya
May
Weather in May
Nanyuki's May continues the trend of frequent rains but also introduces a subtle drop in temperatures. Rainfall, though slightly lower at 161mm (6.34") compared to April, still occurs quite abundantly over around 28 days of the month. Despite these rains, the pressure holds steady around 1014.5mb, reflecting a balanced climate. The town experiences less sunshine, but despite this, long daylight hours persist. The blend of frequent showers and reduced warmth forms May's characteristic weather.Temperature
The arrival of May in Nanyuki marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 20°C (68°F) from April's 20.9°C (69.6°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 11.2°C (52.2°F) is experienced.Humidity
May is the most humid month in Nanyuki, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Nanyuki, in May, it is raining for 27.8 days, with typically 161mm (6.34") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 281.1 rainfall days, and 1251mm (49.25") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 7min.On the first day of May in Nanyuki, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.
Sunshine
In Nanyuki, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
February, March, May, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average high temperature in May: 20°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average wind speed in May: 7.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average rainfall in May: 161mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (189mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in May: 27.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is September (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in May: 1.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, May, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are April, May and November (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Nanyuki, Kenya
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, November and December (8km).
