May weather forecastBokong, Lesotho

May

Weather in May

Weather in May conveys Bokong's acclimatization to the chill, making its residents brace for the evolving meteorological conditions. While the snowfall decreases slightly to 21mm (0.83"), the lower temperature drops further to 2°C (35.6°F), symbolizing the persistent cold season. The month is characterized by soaring atmospheric pressure, increased sunshine days, and diminished days of rainfall. An appreciation in visibility and a decline in relative humidity are indicative of clearer and drier weather. It's noteworthy that wind gust speeds increase to add an edge to the chill.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Bokong, Lesotho, brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13°C (55.4°F), subtly diverging from April's 14.9°C (58.8°F). In the month of May, the average temperature in Bokong dips to a wintry 2°C (35.6°F) during the night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bokong is 57%.

Rainfall

In Bokong, Lesotho, in May, during 5.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bokong, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.7 days and collects up to 641mm (25.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bokong are April through November. In Bokong, in May, during 1.8 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bokong, there are 11.5 snowfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of May, in Bokong, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:15 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bokong is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during May translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Bokong, is 13°C (55.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2°C (35.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Bokong is 57%.

In May, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout May, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 21mm (0.83") of snow is accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 10h and 39min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:15 SAST.

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bokong.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bokong is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average high temperature in May: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average pressure in May: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall in May: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (131mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall in May: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (45mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Bokong, Lesotho

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).