May weather forecastOkahandja, Namibia
May
Weather in May
In May, average temperatures continue their decline and drop to 22.6°C (72.7°F). This month features virtually no rainfall, considering a negligible 2mm (0.08") measurement, reinforcing the dry season in progress. Bright sunshine dominates the days, and the skies are often clear with minimal cloud cover. The gusty winds and lower humidity levels make this transitional phase from autumn to winter quite breezy. The substantial drop in temperature can be felt as the month progresses.Temperature
As April transitions into May, the average high-temperature rests at an agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Okahandja records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in May averaging at a cool 10°C (50°F).Humidity
In Okahandja, the average relative humidity in May is 38%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 1.7 rainfall days, in May, Okahandja aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.2 rainfall days, and 304mm (11.97") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Okahandja, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Average temperature in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average high temperature in May: 22.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).
Average pressure in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average pressure in May: 1018.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average wind speed in May: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average humidity in May: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (19%).
Average rainfall in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average rainfall in May: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Okahandja, 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 month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in May: 28.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Okahandja, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in May: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in May
Okahandja, 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).
