May weather forecast
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Bwana Mkubwa, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and an average high of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

In May, Bwana Mkubwa experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F), closely mirroring the climate in April. A dramatic downturn marks the May nights, with lows averaging at a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 5.1 rainfall days, in May, Bwana Mkubwa aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 743mm (29.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

In Bwana Mkubwa, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bwana Mkubwa in May?
In Bwana Mkubwa, 25.7°C (78.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 12.3°C (54.1°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains in Bwana Mkubwa. During 5.1 rainfall days, in May, Bwana Mkubwa aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Bwana Mkubwa have in May?
In Bwana Mkubwa, the average day length in May is 11h and 31min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bwana Mkubwa?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Bwana Mkubwa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average pressure in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average wind speed in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average humidity in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average rainfall in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average sunshine days in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average UV index in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average cloud cover in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average visibility in May
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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