May weather forecast
Mbala, Zambia

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May

Weather in May

The weather in May brings more profound changes to Mbala with the dry period in full swing. A sharp decline in both rainfall and temperatures is evident during this month. A minor amount of rainfall, 17mm (0.67"), is recorded even as daylight and sunshine hours increase. The weather lends itself to more outdoor activities with the reduced rainfall and increased sunshine. Changes in the weather conditions during May signify the transition towards cooler months.

Temperature

As May takes its course, Mbala's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), mirroring the preceding month. May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Mbala, in May, during 2 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mbala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111 days and collects up to 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mbala, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mbala in May?
Mbala in May has an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, in Mbala, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout May, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mbala have in May?
In May, the average day length in Mbala is 11h and 43min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Mbala have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.
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Jun
Average high temperature
24.8°C
24.8°C
24.3°C
Average low temperature
14.7°C
13°C
10.8°C
Average rainfall
126mm
16.6mm
1.8mm
Average rainfall days
13
2
0
Average daylight
11h 5min
11h 4min
11h 4min
Average sunshine
7h 1min
9h 1min
10h 0min
Average temperature in May - Mbala, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Mbala, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average rainfall in May - Mbala, Zambia
Average rainfall in May
Mbala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 16.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (252.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mbala, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Mbala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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