May weather forecast
Mapoteng, Lesotho

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Weather in May

Upon entering May, Mapoteng steps into the winter zone of the climatic calendar. The city experiences substantial retreat in rain, as the post-autumn chilling winter makes its presence felt. The diminishing daylight hours and falling temperatures signify the deeper dive into winter. As temperatures tumble, they record the lows of 5.2°C (41.4°F) and highs of 17.1°C (62.8°F). While rainfall amounts to just 8mm (0.31"), contributing to dryness and low moisture content in the atmosphere.

Temperature

May ushers in an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F) in Mapoteng, Lesotho, aligning closely with the preceding month. Mapoteng temperatures generally rest at a low of 5.2°C (41.4°F) during the May nights.

Humidity

In Mapoteng, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Mapoteng, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mapoteng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mapoteng is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of May, in Mapoteng, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mapoteng, Lesotho, 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Mapoteng?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Mapoteng?

In Mapoteng, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

How much does it rain in Mapoteng in May?

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?

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

Does it snow in Mapoteng in May?

In Mapoteng, 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 in Mapoteng 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 06:36 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, in Mapoteng, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mapoteng have in May?

In Mapoteng, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mapoteng?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mapoteng?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

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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Mapoteng, Lesotho

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