May weather forecastUsakos, Namibia
May
Weather in May
Moving forward into May, the weather changes become more perceptible. As the transition from a wet to a dry season is completed, the city of Usakos, Namibia records a mere 1mm (0.04") of rainfall. Temperatures continue to drop, creating a cooler and more comfortable atmosphere. The sun shines brightly for almost 10 hours a day, nearly the maximum throughout the year. Wind speeds are observed to pick up from this month, signalling the onset of the windy phase of the year.Temperature
With the advent of May, Usakos experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, May sees an average nighttime temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).Humidity
In Usakos, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Usakos aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Usakos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.Daylight
In Usakos, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:21 CAT.
Sunshine
In Usakos, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, Namibia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 6min
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 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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
Usakos, 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).
