May weather forecastHentiesbaai, Namibia
May
Weather in May
May brings the onset of distinct atmospheric changes as the winter months approach. The drop in temperatures continues, and ocean temperatures fall further as well. Concurrently, atmospheric humidity reduces, making chilly nights frequent. The shift from April to May sees rainfall reaching its yearly nadir, with only 2mm (0.08") recorded. A peak in atmospheric pressure is registered in May where it averages 1015.1 mb.Temperature
May denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) from April's 23.5°C (74.3°F). During the month of May, Hentiesbaai's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 18.1°C (64.6°F).Humidity
In Hentiesbaai, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 0.7 rainfall days, in May, Hentiesbaai aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Hentiesbaai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 24.7 days and collects up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Hentiesbaai, in May, the average water temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:26 CAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average high temperature in May: 23.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).
Average pressure in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average pressure in May: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average humidity in May: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).
Average rainfall in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average rainfall in May: 2mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average sea temperature in May: 15.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (13.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in May: 30.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in May: 3
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Hentiesbaai, Namibia
- 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).
