May weather forecastUkonga, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Ukonga, Tanzania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from April to May, Ukonga observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), differing subtly from the previous month. The average temperature during May nights dips to a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ukonga, the rain falls for 24.5 days. Throughout May, 102mm (4.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ukonga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.3 days and collects up to 734mm (28.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:13 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ukonga is 8.1h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ukonga. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ukonga, is 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

In Ukonga, Tanzania, in May, it is raining for 24.5 days, with typically 102mm (4.02") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May in Ukonga is 11h and 48min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, in Ukonga, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:13 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Ukonga, Tanzania, is 8.1h.

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ukonga.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ukonga, Tanzania, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in May: 102mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.5 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ukonga, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ukonga, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Ukonga, 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).