May weather forecastDedza, Malawi

May

Weather in May

In May, Dedza moves ahead with the driest month of the year, seeing a meager 10mm (0.39") of rainfall. This shift in weather brings about a drop in overnight temperatures, making nights cooler. The shift in the weather pattern divulges signs of the incoming winter season in Malawi. The pressure readings increase as well, indicating stable, dry conditions. Cloud cover continues to decrease allowing for a substantial amount of sunshine, perfect for outdoor activities.

Temperature

At the onset of May, Dedza records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.6°C (74.5°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F) is noted.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dedza, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 1168mm (45.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dedza, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 27min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:20 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Dedza is 9.1h.

UV index

January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

In Dedza, in May, the average high-temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

In Dedza, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

In Dedza, in May, during 7.3 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 27min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:20 CAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average high temperature in May: 23.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average pressure in May: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in May: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Dedza, Malawi

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).