May weather forecastVikongoro, Tanzania

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Vikongoro, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.4°C (83.1°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

May commences with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), showing little deviation from April's 29.6°C (85.3°F). During the month of May, Vikongoro's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day 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, in Vikongoro, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:13 EAT.

Sunshine

In Vikongoro, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Vikongoro, the average high-temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Vikongoro, during May, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation.

The average day length in May 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, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:13 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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
Vikongoro, 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).