May weather forecastEkwendeni, Malawi

May

Weather in May

The weather in Ekwendeni during May witnesses further variations. As Malawi transitions from spring to summer, the increase in sunshine hours is accompanied by a marked drop in temperature and rainfall compared to April. This interesting weather pattern brings out a crispness in the air, following the rainy season's departure. The clear skies, fading temperature, and minimal rainfall make this month a refreshing time in Ekwendeni. The city bathes in the warm sun, with residents relishing the excellent visibility.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Ekwendeni, Malawi, brings an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.4°C (72.3°F), closely following the temperature pattern of April. Ekwendeni's temperature drops to an average low of 12.8°C (55°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ekwendeni is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ekwendeni, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Ekwendeni, Malawi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.5 days and collects up to 1023mm (40.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ekwendeni, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:27 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Ekwendeni. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Ekwendeni, is 22.4°C (72.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 12.8°C (55°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Ekwendeni, Malawi, is 85%.

In Ekwendeni, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 35min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:27 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Ekwendeni, Malawi, is 6.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

In Ekwendeni, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

23.3°C

22.4°C

21.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.6km/h

8.3km/h

8.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.4

9.5

16.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average high temperature in May: 22.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average pressure in May: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average wind speed in May: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (286mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Ekwendeni, Malawi

Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).