May weather forecastSwakopmund, Namibia
May
Weather in May
May brings the beginning of cooling weather patterns in Swakopmund. As this month marks the onset of winter in Namibia, it's characterized by a notable decline in both day and nighttime temperatures. However, May enjoys the highest amount of sunshine, 9.8 hours a day, thus offering a crisp, sunny climate. Sea temperatures reach their lowest point but pose no hindrance to those venturing out for aquatic activities. Despite the falling temperatures, humidity levels remain relatively low.Temperature
Transitioning into May, Swakopmund records an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.3°C (73.9°F), almost identical to April's 23.5°C (74.3°F). In Swakopmund, the May nights cool down to an average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 57%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 0.7 rainfall days, in May, Swakopmund aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 rainfall days, and 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).Note: For most people, swimming in water at 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:24 CAT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Swakopmund is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average high temperature in May: 23.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).
Average pressure in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average pressure in May: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average humidity in May: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).
Average rainfall in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average rainfall in May: 2mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average sea temperature in May: 15.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in May: 30.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in May: 3
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Swakopmund, 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).
