May weather forecastKaronga, Malawi
May
Weather in May
May's weather remarkable distinction is its significant decrease of rainfall to a mere 11mm (0.43"). The dry conditions taking hold in the city consolidate further with the arrival of May, marked by drier winds and fewer clouds. A gradual decrease in temperature accompanies the city's transition into the heart of the dry season. Despite the reduction in temperatures, weather stays suitably warm for wearing light clothing. The nights are comfortably cool, thanks to the city's coastal proximity and the lesser degree of daytime heating.Temperature
Karonga, Malawi, marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F), hardly different from April's 25.8°C (78.4°F). An average low-temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F) is recorded in the month of May.Humidity
In Karonga, Malawi, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Karonga, during May, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Karonga, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 699mm (27.52") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Karonga, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 40min.On the first day of May in Karonga, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:29 CAT.
Sunshine
In Karonga, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
In Karonga, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average high temperature in May: 25.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January, February, November and December (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average rainfall in May: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in May
Karonga, Malawi
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
