May weather forecastMbaraka, Uganda

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mbaraka, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Temperature

As Mbaraka welcomes May, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing little deviation from April's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Mbaraka experiences a consistent average temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) throughout the nights in May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mbaraka, during May, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. In Mbaraka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.5 days and collects up to 1389mm (54.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mbaraka, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:03 EAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mbaraka is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

In Mbaraka, 28.3°C (82.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.3°C (64.9°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Mbaraka, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

In Mbaraka, in May, during 26.5 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Mbaraka, the average day length in May is 12h and 16min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:03 EAT.

In Mbaraka, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index 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
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (17.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average pressure in May: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in May: 177mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in May: 26.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Mbaraka, Uganda

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (8km).