May weather forecast
Mwinilunga, Zambia

May

Weather in May

May in Mwinilunga displays a stark shift in weather with the commencement of the dry season. There is a sharp drop in rainfall, further solidifying the arrival of the season. The frequency of showers falls dramatically, coinciding with the prevalence of clear skies, defining May as a month of transition. The downtick in humidity coupled with the pleasing temperature affords multiple opportunities for outdoor adventures to residents and visitors alike. The arrival of the sunnier part of the year brings about a cheerful mood in Mwinilunga.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Mwinilunga's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. May's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

In Mwinilunga, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 4.8 rainfall days, in May, Mwinilunga aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 1187mm (46.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Mwinilunga, is 25.8°C (78.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Mwinilunga, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.
What is the last month it rains?
May is the last month it rains. During 4.8 rainfall days, in May, Mwinilunga aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Mwinilunga have in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 35min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May in Mwinilunga?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average temperature in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average pressure in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average wind speed in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and November (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average humidity in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (231mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average rainfall days in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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

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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average sunshine days in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Mwinilunga, Zambia
Average cloud cover in May
Mwinilunga, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

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

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

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