May weather forecast
Karatu, Tanzania

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Weather in May

A departure from the pattern of previous months, May sees a marked decrease in rainfall. The modest amount of rainfall, merely 37mm (1.46"), allows more opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Basking in more sunshine and featuring moist weather, the month tends to have a vibrant atmosphere. With the earth reborn from the preceding rainfall, a flourishing landscape welcomes visitors and locals alike.

Temperature

Karatu records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. During May, the average low-temperature is a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Karatu, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 626mm (24.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Karatu?

In Karatu, 24.3°C (75.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°C (59.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Karatu?

The most humid month in Karatu is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Karatu?

The average relative humidity in May in Karatu, Tanzania, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Karatu in May?

In May, in Karatu, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Karatu have in May?

In May, the average day length in Karatu, Tanzania, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Karatu?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, in Karatu, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Karatu?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Karatu are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Karatu?

In Karatu, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average temperature in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and November (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average pressure in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average wind speed in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average humidity in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average rainfall in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in May: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (124mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (3.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average UV index in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Karatu, Tanzania

Average visibility in May - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

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

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