May weather forecast
Usakos, Namibia

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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

May's onset in Usakos records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F) from April's 28°C (82.4°F). During May, Usakos detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a mild 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains in Usakos. 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 May, the average length of the day in Usakos 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, in Usakos, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:21 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Usakos are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Usakos in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 14.3°C (57.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Usakos?

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

What is the last month it rains in Usakos?

May is the last month it rains in Usakos. During 1.2 rainfall days, in May, Usakos aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Usakos have in May?

In Usakos, the average day length in May is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Usakos?

On the first day of May in Usakos, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:21 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Usakos?

The average sunshine duration in May in Usakos is 9.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Usakos?

The months with the lowest UV index in Usakos, Namibia, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Usakos?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Usakos is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average pressure in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average wind speed in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average humidity in May
Usakos, Namibia

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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Usakos, Namibia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Usakos, Namibia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average UV index in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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Average visibility in May
Usakos, Namibia

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).

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