May weather forecast
Luderitz, Namibia

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Weather in May

May signifies the onset of colder months in Luderitz, with average high temperatures dropping to 23.5°C and average lows to 16.3°C. The mix of cool winds, shifted sea temperatures, and declined daylight hours, collectively paint an impression of the oncoming cooler months. The 13.5km/h winds add a refreshing element to the cooler temperatures, providing just enough breeziness to uplift spirits. May’s weather maintains a balance between the warmer daytime hours and cooler nights, thus providing an overall comfortable climate for vacationing.

Temperature

The transition from April to May sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 23.5°C, from a not significantly different 25.2°C. During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 16.3°C is observed.

Humidity

In Luderitz, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout May, 4mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Luderitz, Namibia, there are 18 rainfall days, and 33mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Luderitz, the average seawater temperature in May is 15.4°C.
Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 15.4°C. As the temperature descends from 21°C to 15°C, breathing control becomes harder.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Luderitz is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Luderitz are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Luderitz?

During May, Luderitz experiences an average high-temperature of 23.5°C and a low-temperature of 16.3°C.

What is the average humidity in May in Luderitz?

The average relative humidity in May in Luderitz, Namibia, is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May in Luderitz?

In May, in Luderitz, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout May, 4mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Luderitz?

In Luderitz, in May, the average water temperature is 15.4°C. For most, swimming in 15.4°C is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C to 15°C.

How many hours of daylight does Luderitz have in May?

In Luderitz, Namibia, the average day length in May is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Luderitz?

On the first day of May in Luderitz, Namibia, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Luderitz have in May?

In Luderitz, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Luderitz?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Luderitz, Namibia.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Luderitz?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Luderitz, Namibia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average temperature in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (13.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average pressure in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average wind speed in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average humidity in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).

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Average rainfall in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall days in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sea temperature in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sunshine days in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (25.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average UV index in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average cloud cover in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 8).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average visibility in May - Luderitz, 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).

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