Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
Rookdale, South Africa, starts May with an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from April. Rookdale experiences a significant contrast between daily highs and an average nighttime temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rookdale, there are 149.6 rainfall days, and 523mm (20.59") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Rookdale is 10h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:13 SAST.
Sunshine
In Rookdale, South Africa, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Rookdale in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Rookdale?
How many days does it rain in May in Rookdale?
How many hours of daylight does Rookdale have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rookdale?
How long on average sun shines in May in Rookdale?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rookdale?
What is the UV index reading in May in Rookdale?
Average temperature in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 22.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1021.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 6km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).
Average rainfall in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 23.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Rookdale, South Africa
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).
