May weather forecast
Chingola, Zambia

May

Weather in May

May signals the start of the dry season in Chingola. This month is characterised by its dryness, as rainfall activity significantly decreases. A notable weather pattern this month is an increase in visibility, attributed to the reduction in cloud cover. A gradual cooling trend begins in the temperatures while wind speeds continue to increase. Nonetheless, humidity levels continue to decrease.

Temperature

April's transformation into May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F) in Chingola, noting a minor change from the preceding month. With a significant daily temperature differential, Chingola's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Humidity

In Chingola, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 5.7 rainfall days, in May, Chingola aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Chingola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 1148mm (45.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chingola, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Chingola, Zambia, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

In Chingola, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.4°C (77.7°F) and 12.7°C (54.9°F) respectively.
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 Chingola, Zambia. During 5.7 rainfall days, in May, Chingola aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Chingola have in May?
In Chingola, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.7°C).

Average pressure in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average pressure in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1011.2mbar).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average humidity in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average rainfall in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (247mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chingola, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average sunshine days in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average UV index in May
Chingola, 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, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average cloud cover in May
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May - Chingola, Zambia
Average visibility in May
Chingola, 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 and March (6km).

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