May weather forecastMaseru, Lesotho
May
Weather in May
May, being the transitionary period between autumn and winter, catalyzes a significant heat drop in Maseru. The sharp drop in rainfall, from 37mm (1.46") in April to 8mm (0.31") in May, creates a distinction between the two months. Though there might be fewer daylight hours, the sun's warmth is still adequately felt during daytime. The wind's predictable pattern and steady barometric pressure mark characteristic signs of a stable weather pattern. Despite the decreasing temperatures, the weather is not yet harsh, and outdoor experiences remain enjoyable.Temperature
May's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F), slightly varied from April's 19.6°C (67.3°F). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 5.2°C (41.4°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Maseru, Lesotho, is 56%.Rainfall
In Maseru, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Maseru, Lesotho, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Maseru, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
In Maseru, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:19 SAST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Maseru 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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).
