May weather forecastMsamalo, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another warm month in Msamalo, Tanzania, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Temperature

May and June bring Msamalo's lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 5.3 rainfall days, in May, Msamalo aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Msamalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115 days and collects up to 587mm (23.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

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

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) and a low-temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

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

The average day length in May is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

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

In Msamalo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, Tanzania

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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
Msamalo, 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).