May weather forecastMpika, Zambia
May
Weather in May
May in Mpika marks the start of the dry season with a significant drop in rainfall to 5mm (0.2"). The weather transitions to a more pleasant state with reduced temperatures and humidity levels. The increase in wind speeds continues, complementing the lower temperatures and decreasing rainfall. The visibility further improves offering an average distance of 8km (5mi). This combination of factors makes May an ideal month to experience Zambian wildlife in Mpika.Temperature
Mpika experiences an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F) in May, subtly different from April's 23.3°C (73.9°F). Throughout May, Mpika anticipates an average low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).Humidity
In Mpika, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Mpika, in May, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Mpika, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 34min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:36 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.3h.UV index
January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (21.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 12.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).
Average rainfall in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall in May: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (357mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).
Average UV index in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Mpika, Zambia
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
