May weather forecast
Lusaka, Zambia

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Weather in May

May brings distinctive change with a sharp decrease in humidity to 69%, clearly distinguishing it from the preceding months. The cooling trend enhances, with nighttime temperatures falling to 12.9°C. Despite this, daytime highs remain in quite a warm range, preserving a balance in thermal conditions. Both the number of rainy days and the amount of rainfall fall further highlighting the increasingly dry conditions. Light breezes circumvent the city, contributing to the refreshing feel of this transition month.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in May for Lusaka, Zambia, is a still moderately hot 24.3°C, staying closely aligned with April's conditions. In the month of May, an average of 12.9°C marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Lusaka, Zambia, is 69%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 4mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 642mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lusaka is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Lusaka?

Lusaka in May has an average high-temperature of 24.3°C and an average low-temperature of 12.9°C.

What is the average humidity in May in Lusaka?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in Lusaka in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 4mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Lusaka?

In May, the average day length is 11h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lusaka?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, in Lusaka, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lusaka?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lusaka, Zambia, is 7.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lusaka?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lusaka?

In Lusaka, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average temperature in May - Lusaka, 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 (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

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Average pressure in May
Lusaka, Zambia

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (176mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lusaka, Zambia

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

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lusaka, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Lusaka, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in May
Lusaka, Zambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).

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