May weather forecastMakhalanyane, Lesotho
May
Weather in May
The temperature in May continues to decrease, commencing the introduction of winter in Makhalanyane. Though the cold commences, the number of sunshine days increase which slightly cushions the cooler temperatures. A significant reduction of rainfall to 8mm (0.31") is observed while the number of days with snowfall remains absent. May is characterised by a higher atmospheric pressure, an indication of fair weather conditions. Consequently, this month offers cooler but drier conditions suitable for visitors who favor milder weather.Temperature
May's weather in Makhalanyane displays an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F), slightly varied from April's 19.6°C (67.3°F). The average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) is witnessed in Makhalanyane during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, is 56%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 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.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 10h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of May, in Makhalanyane, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Makhalanyane are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, 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).
