May weather forecastRuacana, Namibia
May
Weather in May
By May, Ruacana utterly transforms into its winter weather. Rain is a rare occurrence, with a record low rainfall registering no measurable precipitation for the month. As temperatures continue to drop, a stark reduction in relative humidity indicates the onset of winter. The clear skies allow for plentiful sunshine while the lower temperatures turn Ruacana into a serene and pleasant environment. With this, May brings relief to those seeking shelter from the summer heat and rains.Temperature
As April turns into May, the average high-temperatures rest at a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Ruacana demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of May, with an average nighttime temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F).Humidity
In Ruacana, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.Rainfall
May through August are months without rainfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.
Sunshine
In Ruacana, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average high temperature in May: 29.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 16.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average wind speed in May: 11.7km/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 (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Ruacana, 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 (18%).
Average rainfall in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average rainfall in May: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ruacana, 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: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in May: 30.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Ruacana, 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
Ruacana, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in May: 6
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in May
Ruacana, 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).
