May weather forecastKiwanda, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Kiwanda, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29°C (84.2°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

With the start of May, Kiwanda measures an average high-temperature of a warm 29°C (84.2°F), not significantly differing from April's 31°C (87.8°F). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Kiwanda, in May, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. In Kiwanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.6 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F) and a low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

May, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

In Kiwanda, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

In May, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout May, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in May: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, June, July and December (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in May: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kiwanda, 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: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Kiwanda, Tanzania

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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