May weather forecastLukla, Nepal
May
Weather in May
May transitions Lukla from the mild spells of spring to the warmer climax of summer. As temperatures climb, so does the rainfall, paving the way for wetter and fresher surroundings. Unlike previous months, May boasts of the highest rainfall, amassing a significant 104mm (4.09"). June, maintaining the ongoing trend, will introduce subtropical weather conditions, with the town witnessing periods of high humidity and showers. The increased precipitation during May enriches the floras and faunas, a captivating sight for nature enthusiasts.Temperature
Stepping into May, Lukla records an average high-temperature of a still icy 4.5°C (40.1°F), almost consistent with April. Lukla's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a freezing cold -2.9°C (26.8°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Lukla, Nepal, is 74%.Rainfall
In Lukla, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall. May is the month with the most snowfall in Lukla, Nepal. Snow falls for 24.4 days and accumulates 614mm (24.17") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm +0545.
Sunshine
In Lukla, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is May, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in May leads to these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average high temperature in May: 4.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -2.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average pressure in May: 1011mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).
Average rainfall in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average rainfall in May: 104mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average snowfall in May: 614mm
The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average snowfall days in May: 24.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average sunshine days in May: 2.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).
Average UV index in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average UV index in May: 1
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average cloud cover in May: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in May
Lukla, Nepal
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).
