May weather forecast
Ikungi, Tanzania

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ikungi, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Temperature

Ikungi's coldest months, May and June, record an average high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ikungi is 72%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ikungi is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ikungi?

Ikungi's coldest period falls in May and June, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 27.2°C (81°F).

What is the average May temperature in Ikungi?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ikungi, Tanzania, are 27.2°C (81°F) and 16.2°C (61.2°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Ikungi?

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

What is the last month it rains in Ikungi?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ikungi have in May?

In Ikungi, Tanzania, the average day length in May is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ikungi?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ikungi have in May?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ikungi?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Ikungi?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ikungi, Tanzania, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average temperature in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average pressure in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average wind speed in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average humidity in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average rainfall in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ikungi, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 5min

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 1min

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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average UV index in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in May - Ikungi, 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
Ikungi, Tanzania

Average visibility in May - Ikungi, 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).

Ikungi, Tanzania

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