May weather forecast
Mwanza, Tanzania

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Weather in May

The weather in May in Mwanza shows a significant decrease in rainfall compared to April with the total down to 94mm (3.7"). This month signifies the beginning of the dry season, with less precipitation and consistent temperature averages. Nevertheless, the UV index remains at the highest, alongside steady sunlight and daylight hours, suggesting the continued need for appropriate protection against solar radiation. This shift in rainfall signals the possibility of a more outdoor-friendly weather for locals and visitors alike, albeit with the usual sun care precautions in place.

Temperature

Mwanza's temperature peaks during January, March, May through November, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mwanza, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 1001mm (39.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mwanza is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Mwanza, Tanzania. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take every essential safety procedure. Individuals with fair skin could sustain burns in less than 5 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Ward off sunburn by liberally using sunscreen with 30 SPF or more. This also diminishes the Sun's damaging radiation effects on your health.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Mwanza?

Mwanza's temperature peaks during January, March, May through November, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Is it hot in Mwanza during May?

Mwanza in May has an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).

How much does it rain in Mwanza in May?

In Mwanza, Tanzania, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mwanza?

In May, the average day length in Mwanza is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mwanza?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mwanza?

In Mwanza, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mwanza?

The months with the highest UV index in Mwanza, Tanzania, are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

How high is the UV index in May in Mwanza?

In Mwanza, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mwanza, Tanzania

Average temperature in May - Mwanza, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in May: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February, April and December (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Mwanza, Tanzania

Average rainfall in May - Mwanza, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in May: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Mwanza, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in May - Mwanza, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mwanza, 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: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March, April, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in May
Mwanza, Tanzania

Average UV index in May - Mwanza, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).

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Mwanza, Tanzania

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