May weather forecast
Choma, Zambia

May

Weather in May

May oversees a significant decrease in humidity and cloud coverage in Choma, Zambia, from the preceding month. A subtle drop in average temperature contributes to an overall cooler climate, which is further accentuated by gusty winds. The month is characterized by a sharp decline in rainfall to just 3mm (0.12"). With the least rainfall experienced across all months, May heralds the height of the dry season. Despite winds and cool temperatures, May's extremely dry environment makes it exceedingly agreeable for outdoor undertakings.

Temperature

Entering May, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from April's 25.2°C (77.4°F). In Choma, in May, the average low-temperature is a fresh 12.8°C (55°F).

Humidity

In Choma, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

Rainfall

In Choma, during May, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Choma, Zambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 574mm (22.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, May through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Choma?
Choma in May has an average high-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Choma, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Choma, during May, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Choma have in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Choma have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, May through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Choma, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in May - Choma, Zambia
Average pressure in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Choma, Zambia
Average wind speed in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in May - Choma, Zambia
Average humidity in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in May - Choma, Zambia
Average rainfall in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Choma, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Choma, Zambia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Choma, Zambia
Average sunshine days in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (5.7 days).

Average UV index in May - Choma, Zambia
Average UV index in May
Choma, 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, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Choma, Zambia
Average cloud cover in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May - Choma, Zambia
Average visibility in May
Choma, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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