May weather forecastMazenod, Lesotho
May
Weather in May
May in Mazenod witnesses a significant decrease in rainfall to an average of 8mm (0.31") marked over just a handful of rainy days. The cooling trend of the climate continues into May, making it one of the colder months of the year. The relatively high atmospheric pressure, clear visibility, and limited cloud cover make weather conditions quite pleasant. Hours of daylight continue to decrease, but the sunlight duration remains somewhat stable. The wind speed stabilises, contributing to the pleasing weather conditions.Temperature
As April transitions into May, the average high-temperature in Mazenod rests at a still comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Mazenod records a consistent low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) during May nights.Humidity
In Mazenod, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.Rainfall
In Mazenod, in May, 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 Mazenod, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Mazenod, Lesotho, is 10h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 17:19 SAST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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
Mazenod, 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).
