May weather forecast
Moshi, Tanzania

May ushers in a change in Moshi's weather pattern with lower temperatures, cooler nights and fewer rainfall days. The rain gauge reads a declining trend compared to previous months, with a rainfall accumulation of merely 230mm (9.06"). The UV index stays constant, indicating the persistent exposure to the harmful rays. Alongside the decreasing rain, the days are filled with less and less sunshine, implying the start of a cooler period. In sum, May in Moshi is a time when the heavy rain starts to ebb and the city begins to experience a relative drop in temperature.

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in May, moving from a warm 29°C (84.2°F) in April to a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F). The temperature in Moshi dips to an average of 18°C (64.4°F) during May nights.

Rainfall

In May, in Moshi, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 230mm (9.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Moshi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99 days and collects up to 970mm (38.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:26 EAT.

Sunshine

May through August, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Moshi.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Moshi are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 12 transforms into the following advice:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.