May weather forecastIbbu, Namibia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ibbu, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14°C (57.2°F) and max 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

At the start of May, Ibbu's average high-temperature reaches a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Ibbu reports a steady low-temperature average of 14°C (57.2°F) throughout May, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

In Ibbu, Namibia, the average relative humidity in May is 47%.

Rainfall

In Ibbu, in May, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Ibbu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 537mm (21.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ibbu, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Ibbu, is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 14°C (57.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 47%.

In Ibbu, during May, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Ibbu, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

In Ibbu, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average humidity in May: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 18min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in May
Ibbu, Namibia

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).