May weather forecast
Hill Top, Lesotho

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Weather in May

Moving into May in Hill Top, one experiences the full sweep of the transitional season, characterized by dry and colder conditions. A significant decrease in monthly rainfall to 10mm (0.39") characterizes this month. Folks would generally prefer their sweaters during this time as the temperature sees a sharp dip. Increased wind speeds might require putting on an extra layer, especially in the evenings. The shorter days and longer nights curate a distinct sense of calm and tranquillity.

Temperature

Hill Top commences May with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.7°C (62.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During the month of May, Hill Top experiences a steady low-temperature average of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Hill Top is 58%.

Rainfall

In Hill Top, during May, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Hill Top, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 633mm (24.92") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are May through October. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Hill Top, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.2 days and aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of snow.

Daylight

In Hill Top, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of May, in Hill Top, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:12 SAST.

Sunshine

In Hill Top, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hill Top in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hill Top are 16.7°C (62.1°F) and 4.8°C (40.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Hill Top?

The average relative humidity in May in Hill Top is 58%.

How much does it rain in Hill Top in May?

In Hill Top, Lesotho, in May, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Hill Top?

May is the first month it typically snows in Hill Top, Lesotho. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Hill Top?

In Hill Top, the average day length in May is 10h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hill Top?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, in Hill Top, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:12 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hill Top?

In Hill Top, Lesotho, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hill Top?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hill Top are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hill Top?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hill Top, Lesotho, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average temperature in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average pressure in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average wind speed in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average humidity in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in May: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (46%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average rainfall in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in May: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average snowfall in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average UV index in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Hill Top, Lesotho

Average visibility in May - Hill Top, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).

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