May weather forecast
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Mapoteng, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 5.2°C (41.4°F) and max 17.1°C (62.8°F).

Temperature

In Mapoteng, the average high-temperature in May is almost the same as in April - a still comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). In Mapoteng, the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Mapoteng, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mapoteng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mapoteng is 7.6h.

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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. 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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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Mapoteng?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Mapoteng, Lesotho, is 17.1°C (62.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Mapoteng?

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mapoteng?

In May, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mapoteng?

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Mapoteng, Lesotho.

Does it snow in Mapoteng in May?

In Mapoteng, Lesotho, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mapoteng?

In May, the average day length is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mapoteng?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, in Mapoteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mapoteng?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mapoteng?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Mapoteng?

In Mapoteng, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average temperature in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average pressure in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average humidity in May - Mapoteng, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average snowfall days in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mapoteng, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 40min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 58min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 19min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average UV index in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Mapoteng, Lesotho

Average visibility in May - Mapoteng, 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).

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