May weather forecast
Mazabuka, Zambia

May

Weather in May

May's weather continues the established pattern from April in Mazabuka. With the lowest rainfall on record for the year at 1mm (0.04"), this month inaugurates the driest period in Mazabuka. Clear skies dominate the city's weather, boosting the daylight hours while suppressing the humidity. Temperatures fluctuate within comfortable ranges, backed by constant sun exposure. The weather in May encourages several outdoor activities and welcomes visitors to explore the city.

Temperature

The onset of May in Mazabuka manifests an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Contrasting the daytime warmth, Mazabuka's May nights cool down to an average of 13.4°C (56.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Mazabuka is 63%.

Rainfall

In Mazabuka, in May, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 718mm (28.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mazabuka. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
The high-temperature during May is 25.5°C (77.9°F) and the low-temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 63%.
How many days does it rain in May in Mazabuka?
In May, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Mazabuka?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 23min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May in Mazabuka, Zambia, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average pressure in May
Mazabuka, 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 (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average wind speed in May
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall in May
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mazabuka, 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 12min).

  • 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 - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average sunshine days in May
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.1 days).

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average visibility in May
Mazabuka, 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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