May weather forecastSandama, Malawi

May

Weather in May

Towards the end of May, a visible variation in the weather patterns emerges in Sandama, Malawi. There's a significant transition from the previous month's climate with a notable decrease in rainfall, with only 12mm (0.47") reported. As the skies clear, the temperatures drop further, with the mercury pointing towards cooler figures. The weather stabilizes significantly, promoting outdoor pursuits and nature-based activities.

Temperature

Sandama experiences a minor change to a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April. During the May nights, an average temperature of 15°C (59°F) is observed.

Humidity

In Sandama, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sandama, Malawi, during May, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Sandama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 913mm (35.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sandama is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of May, in Sandama, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:13 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

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

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sandama, Malawi, during May are 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

In Sandama, Malawi, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

In Sandama, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Sandama, the average day length in May is 11h and 22min.

On the first day of May in Sandama, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:13 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Sandama is 8.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Sandama, Malawi, are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In Sandama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

25.8°C

25.2°C

23.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.8km/h

6.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.9

16.8

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average high temperature in May: 25.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.9°C).

Average low temperature in May: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average pressure in May: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average wind speed in May: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average rainfall in May: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (220mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average rainfall days in May: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.2 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sandama, Malawi

Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 5).