May weather forecastKolo, Lesotho
May
Weather in May
May in Kolo marks a shift from autumn to the early onset of winter with daytime temperatures ranging from 5.2°C (41.4°F) to 17.1°C (62.8°F). This month sees the least rainfall throughout the year at 8mm (0.31"), indicating the commencement of a relatively dry period. The shorter daylight hours, combined with long evenings, provide a perfect setting for cosy indoor activities. May is known for its cooler temperatures and comparatively lesser sunshine, setting the stage for the colder months to come. The reduction in rainfall levels and the nip in the air make May a unique month in Kolo's annual weather cycle.Temperature
May in Kolo, Lesotho, welcomes an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F), not much different from the preceding month. Kolo observes an average nighttime temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Kolo, Lesotho, is 56%.Rainfall
In May, in Kolo, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kolo, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Kolo.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 38min.On the first day of May in Kolo, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 17:19 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Kolo is 7.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kolo, Lesotho, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in May: 17.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average pressure in May: 1021.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in May: 7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average humidity in May: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in May: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 36min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in May: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in May
Kolo, Lesotho
- 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).
