May weather forecast
Pemba, Zambia

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Weather in May

Pemba in May shows a more manifest shift towards dry spells, with minimal rainfall and a continual drop in relative humidity. May receives the least rain in the year with a slight 3mm (0.12") precipitation. Temperatures continue to climb, leading to warmer days. Despite the heat, the wind speed remains relatively constant and complements the higher temperature. As May gives way to June, expect to start experiencing the colder months of the year.

Temperature

The commencement of May in Pemba records an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F), barely varying from April's 25.2°C (77.4°F). Pemba experiences a mean temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Pemba, Zambia, is 63%.

Rainfall

In Pemba, during May, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pemba, there are 127 rainfall days, and 574mm (22.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Pemba is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Pemba is 7.6h.

UV index

January, May through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Pemba. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Pemba?

In Pemba, 24.3°C (75.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 12.8°C (55°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Pemba?

In May, the average relative humidity in Pemba is 63%.

How many days does it rain in May in Pemba?

In May, in Pemba, Zambia, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pemba have in May?

The average day length in May is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Pemba?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pemba?

The average sunshine duration in May in Pemba is 7.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Pemba?

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

Average temperature in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

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Average pressure in May
Pemba, Zambia

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pemba, Zambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Pemba, 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, June, July and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in May
Pemba, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Pemba, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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