May weather forecast
Kawambwa, Zambia

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Weather in May

May embodies a dry and warm phase for Kawambwa as it steps in after a slightly moist April. This month reels under the sparsely clouded skies, with daylight hours stretching up to 11.7 hours on average. The reduction in rainfall to 40mm (1.57") stays consistent with the trend of diminishing precipitation as the year progresses. Next month, June, anticipates a further dip in the rainy bouts and a slight rise in the temperature bar. The feel of the city takes a turn from the preceding damp weather to a more clear, warm, and dry environment, forming contrasting weather conditions.

Temperature

The shift to May signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), subtly varied from April's 25.6°C (78.1°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kawambwa, Zambia, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kawambwa, Zambia, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kawambwa, there are 207.7 rainfall days, and 1883mm (74.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kawambwa is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kawambwa in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Kawambwa?

The average relative humidity in May in Kawambwa, Zambia, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Kawambwa in May?

In Kawambwa, Zambia, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kawambwa have in May?

In Kawambwa, Zambia, the average day length in May is 11h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kawambwa?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kawambwa have in May?

In Kawambwa, Zambia, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kawambwa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kawambwa, Zambia, are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Kawambwa?

In Kawambwa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average temperature in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (381mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Kawambwa, 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, March, April and December (7km).

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