May weather forecastSamfya, Zambia
May
Weather in May
The month of May characterises the definite break from the damp conditions that dominated the first quarter of the year in Samfya. Skies turn significantly clearer, reflecting the declining rainfall levels. Concurrently, humidity descends further, marking the landscape with the distinct crispness of the dry months. The days become increasingly sunny, with temperatures retaining a warm comfort. Confirming May's transition into the dry season, rainfall is minimal, amounting to only 3mm (0.12") on average.Temperature
As Samfya steps into May, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), displaying minor differences from April's 25.4°C (77.7°F). In Samfya, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a moderate 14.4°C (57.9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
May is the last month it rains. During 2 rainfall days, in May, Samfya aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Samfya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 1243mm (48.94") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.
Sunshine
In Samfya, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average high temperature in May: 25.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12°C).
Average pressure in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average pressure in May: 1016.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average wind speed in May: 9.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).
Average rainfall in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average rainfall in May: 3mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (267mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in May: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Samfya, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in May: 28.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Samfya, 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, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Samfya, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in May: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in May
Samfya, 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).
