May weather forecast
Omaruru, Namibia

May

Weather in May

A remarkable transformation in the weather takes place in May. Locals and visitors can witness a significant decline in temperature compared to the preceding month, marking the onset cooler times. There is a noticeable drop in rainfall during May, with only 1mm (0.04") recorded for the entire month. Clear skies prevail due to a diminution in cloud cover, providing excellent visibility. Furthermore, the days continue to shorten, resulting in less daylight.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Omaruru records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Contrasting the daytime warmth, Omaruru's May nights cool down to an average of 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Humidity

In Omaruru, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Omaruru aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Omaruru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:21 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Omaruru in May?
In Omaruru, 26.3°C (79.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.3°C (57.7°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Omaruru, Namibia, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Omaruru aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Omaruru have in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 6min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Omaruru?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:21 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Omaruru?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average humidity in May: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

Average rainfall in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Omaruru, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in May
Omaruru, 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).

englishespañol中文
Share