May weather forecast
Big Bend, Swaziland

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Weather in May

May marks the arrival of the driest season in Big Bend, with a mere 6mm (0.24") rainfall, leading to some of the year's clearest skies and a reduction in relative humidity to 67%. Concurrently, the wind speed is maintained with a slight increase, providing some respite from the high temperatures. May is characterized by shorter daylight hours and an increase in sunshine duration. The temperate weather makes this month ideal for outdoor activities in Big Bend.

Temperature

The arrival of May coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), indicating a minimal shift from April's 24.3°C (75.7°F). Big Bend experiences a significant contrast between daily highs and an average nighttime temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Big Bend, in May, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Big Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 549mm (21.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:07 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Big Bend, Swaziland, is 7.4h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Big Bend?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 11.8°C (53.2°F) respectively. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Big Bend?

In May, the average relative humidity in Big Bend is 67%.

How much does it rain in Big Bend in May?

In Big Bend, in May, during 5.5 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Big Bend have in May?

In Big Bend, Swaziland, the average day length in May is 10h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Big Bend?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:07 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Bend have in May?

In Big Bend, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Big Bend?

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Big Bend?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Bend, Swaziland, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average temperature in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in May: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average wind speed in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

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Average rainfall in May
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average rainfall in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.6 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average sunshine days in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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