May weather forecastOtavi, Namibia
May
Weather in May
As May dawns, Otavi's weather steers swiftly into the winter months with decreasing temperatures and negligible rainfall. There is a noteworthy pattern of cloud cover dropping significantly, correlating with the declining temperature and humidity ratio. Lower visibility is expected during this period, though it does not hinder day-to-day activities. Winds experience a minor pickup as compared to April, signaling the preparation for drier months ahead. Despite shrinking daylight hours, the weather conditions present a pleasant setting for enjoying outdoor activities.Temperature
Otavi marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), hardly different from April's 26.1°C (79°F). With a significant daily temperature differential, Otavi's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average 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, Otavi aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Otavi, 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 11min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 18:19 CAT.
Sunshine
In Otavi, 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, Namibia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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
Otavi, 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).
