May weather forecast
Nyeri, Kenya

May

Weather in May

Following a peak in April, May experiences a decrease in rainfall, but the weather remains comparatively humid and cool. A lingering mist often cloaks the city in a tranquil morning haze that dissipates as the day progresses. Despite constant overcast skies, the ambiance during May provides a serene backdrop to Nyeri's picturesque landscapes. May sees the retreat of significant rainfall, giving way to a more tranquil period that is marked by 66mm (2.6") of rainfall on average.

Temperature

May in Nyeri denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) from April's 23.5°C (74.3°F). An average low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Nyeri.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nyeri, there are 212.1 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nyeri, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

Sunshine

May and July, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nyeri.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nyeri, Kenya, are January through May, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Nyeri?
In Nyeri, in May, the average high-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 11°C (51.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Nyeri?
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Nyeri.
What is the average humidity in May in Nyeri?
In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How much does it rain in Nyeri in May?
In May, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Nyeri?
In May, the average day length in Nyeri, Kenya, is 12h and 6min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nyeri?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, in Nyeri, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Nyeri?
The months with the least sunshine in Nyeri, Kenya, are May and July, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Nyeri have in May?
In Nyeri, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Nyeri?
The months with the highest UV index in Nyeri are January through May, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in May in Nyeri?
In Nyeri, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average temperature in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average pressure in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average wind speed in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and October (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average humidity in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average rainfall in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in May: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average rainfall days in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average sunshine days in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average UV index in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and November (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average cloud cover in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in May: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May - Nyeri, Kenya
Average visibility in May
Nyeri, Kenya
  • Average visibility in May: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January and February (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (6km).

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