May weather forecast
Mkushi, Zambia

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Weather in May

May brings about changes in the weather pattern of Mkushi as it marks the transition towards the drier months ahead. There's a dramatic decrease in rainfall from 17mm (0.67") in April to 5mm (0.2") in May. The significant drop reflects that Mkushi is welcoming the dry season, characterized by low rainfall and a comfortable level of humidity. Clear skies dominate the weather, providing excellent conditions for stargazing. Equally, May's calming nights and clear skies create a peaceful and refreshing ambiance throughout the month.

Temperature

Mkushi, Zambia, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. During May, Mkushi sees a mean low-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).

Humidity

In Mkushi, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mkushi, in May, during 6 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.8 rainfall days, and 672mm (26.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mkushi is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of May, in Mkushi, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mkushi is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mkushi in May?

In Mkushi, 23.4°C (74.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 12°C (53.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Mkushi?

In May, the average relative humidity in Mkushi, Zambia, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mkushi in May?

In Mkushi, during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Mkushi have in May?

The average day length in May in Mkushi, Zambia, is 11h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mkushi?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in Mkushi, Zambia, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mkushi have in May?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mkushi?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average temperature in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).

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Average pressure in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Mkushi, Zambia

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (37%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Mkushi, 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, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Mkushi, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

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