May weather forecast
Mahiwa, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another warm month in Mahiwa, Tanzania, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

May commences with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), showing little deviation from April's 29.1°C (84.4°F). During the month of May, Mahiwa anticipates a mean low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Mahiwa is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mahiwa, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mahiwa, Tanzania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.4 days and collects up to 898mm (35.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of May, in Mahiwa, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:07 EAT.

Sunshine

In Mahiwa, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mahiwa, Tanzania, are January, February, May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Mahiwa in May?
In Mahiwa, in May, the average high-temperature is 28.6°C (83.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°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 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Mahiwa?
The average relative humidity in May in Mahiwa is 79%.
How much does it rain in Mahiwa in May?
In May, in Mahiwa, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mahiwa have in May?
In Mahiwa, the average day length in May is 11h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mahiwa?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:07 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Mahiwa have in May?
In Mahiwa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Mahiwa?
January, February, May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Mahiwa.
What is the UV index reading in May in Mahiwa?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average temperature in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.1°C).

Average pressure in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average pressure in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average wind speed in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average humidity in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average rainfall days in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.8 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average sunshine days in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (1.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average UV index in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average cloud cover in May
Mahiwa, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May - Mahiwa, Tanzania
Average visibility in May
Mahiwa, 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).

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