May weather forecast
Phafoli, Lesotho

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another refreshing month in Phafoli, Lesotho, with temperature in the range of an average high of 17.1°C (62.8°F) and an average low of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Temperature

Phafoli starts May with an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F), a minor shift from April's 19.6°C (67.3°F). Phafoli in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Phafoli, 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 in Phafoli, Lesotho.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Phafoli is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:17 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Phafoli is 7.6h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Phafoli. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Phafoli in May?
During May, Phafoli experiences an average high-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Phafoli?
In May, the average relative humidity in Phafoli, Lesotho, is 56%.
How much does it rain in Phafoli in May?
In Phafoli, Lesotho, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Phafoli?
January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Phafoli, Lesotho.
Does it snow in Phafoli in May?
In Phafoli, Lesotho, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.
What is the average length of the day in May in Phafoli?
The average day length in May in Phafoli is 10h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Phafoli?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:17 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Phafoli have in May?
In Phafoli, Lesotho, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Phafoli?
The months with the lowest UV index in Phafoli are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in May in Phafoli?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Phafoli, Lesotho, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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
Phafoli, 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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