May weather forecastIhanja, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ihanja, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°C (61.2°F) and 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

May and June are the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

In Ihanja, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains in Ihanja. During 5.3 rainfall days, in May, Ihanja aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ihanja, there are 115 rainfall days, and 587mm (23.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ihanja is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of May, in Ihanja, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ihanja, Tanzania, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ihanja. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

May and June, when the average high-temperature in Ihanja, Tanzania, reaches 27.2°C (81°F), are the coldest months.

An average high-temperature, in May, in Ihanja, is 27.2°C (81°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Ihanja, Tanzania, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

May is the last month it rains in Ihanja, Tanzania. During 5.3 rainfall days, in May, Ihanja aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

The average day length in May is 11h and 53min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ihanja, Tanzania.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ihanja, Tanzania, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in May: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May and June (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in May: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Ihanja, Tanzania

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (8km).