May weather forecast
Okakarara, Namibia

May

Weather in May

The mercury declines further in May, making it progressively cooler than its predecessor, April. The drop in temperature is accompanied by dwindling rainfall, steering the town further into drier weather. The approaching winter chills and clear skies pave the way for prolonged stargazing nights. Experiencing the outdoors becomes a delight with a perfect blend of brisk air and dry weather. Much of the local fauna, particularly the avian life, begins nesting during this transitional period.

Temperature

Okakarara indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F) in May, showing minor variation from April's 26.1°C (79°F). Okakarara's nights in May are distinguished by a pronounced temperature shift from the day, with an average low of 11.4°C (52.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 1.3 rainfall days, in May, Okakarara aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Okakarara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.9 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.

Sunshine

In Okakarara, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Okakarara in May?
During May, Okakarara experiences an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Okakarara, the average relative humidity in May is 41%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains in Okakarara. During 1.3 rainfall days, in May, Okakarara aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Okakarara have in May?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 8min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Okakarara?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Okakarara have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average temperature in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average pressure in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average wind speed in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average humidity in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average rainfall in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average rainfall days in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average sunshine days in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in May - Okakarara, Namibia
Average visibility in May
Okakarara, Namibia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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