May weather forecast
Namwala, Zambia

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Weather in May

May continues the dry spell in Namwala, Zambia, with a mere 3mm (0.12") of precipitation recorded, the least for a month. As the temperature and humidity continue their downward trend, the days witness an expanding azure sky overhead, unhindered by the clouds. With no significant shift in the weather pattern, May offers a static yet gratifying rhythm of warm days and cooler nights. The lack of rainfall, paired with diminishing humidity, facilitates exploration and adventure in this part of the region.

Temperature

Namwala's shift into May sets the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from April's 25.9°C (78.6°F). The month of May sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F).

Humidity

In Namwala, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 3.2 rainfall days, in May, Namwala aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Namwala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 896mm (35.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Namwala, Zambia, is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Namwala?

The high-temperature in Namwala, Zambia, during May is 25.8°C (78.4°F) and the low-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Namwala?

In May, the average relative humidity in Namwala is 64%.

What is the last month it rains in Namwala?

May is the last month it rains in Namwala. During 3.2 rainfall days, in May, Namwala aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Namwala have in May?

In May, the average day length in Namwala, Zambia, is 11h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Namwala?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, in Namwala, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Namwala?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Namwala, Zambia, is 7.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Namwala are January, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Namwala?

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

Average temperature in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and November (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Namwala, Zambia

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

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Average rainfall in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (237mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
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 February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Namwala, 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 January, May and June (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Namwala, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in May
Namwala, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Namwala, 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 and March (7km).

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