May weather forecastOshikunde, Namibia

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Oshikunde, Namibia, with an average temperature varying between 16.5°C (61.7°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Oshikunde's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F) from April's 30.1°C (86.2°F). During May, Oshikunde's temperature records a considerable difference from its daily highs to an average low of 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 33%.

Rainfall

May through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:25 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oshikunde is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Oshikunde, the average high-temperature is 29.1°C (84.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

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

May through September are months without rainfall.

In May, it doesn't rain. April is the latest month when it rains.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 17min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:25 CAT.

In Oshikunde, Namibia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

In Oshikunde, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in May: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average humidity in May: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).

Average rainfall in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in May: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oshikunde, 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: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 30.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Oshikunde, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 5

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

Average visibility in May
Oshikunde, 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).