May weather forecastGutu, Zimbabwe

May

Weather in May

May experiences the gradual retreat of Autumn paving the way for winter. The colder nights become more frequent, giving rise to a distinct chill in the air. The tinges of orange and auburn from the departing autumn accompany the city's landscape, gracing residents with captivating visuals. Although the weather remains generally dry and the sunshine fails to deliver its intense warmth, daylight persists for about 11.2 hours. This lovely blend of sunshine during the day and cooler temperatures at night creates a delightful balance, altogether making it an attractive time of the year.

Temperature

May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. A noticeable temperature swing characterizes Gutu's May nights, dipping to an average of 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Gutu, in May, during 4.1 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.3 rainfall days, and 310mm (12.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gutu is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Gutu, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:23 CAT.

Sunshine

In Gutu, the average sunshine in May is 7.2h.

UV index

February, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Gutu, is 23.7°C (74.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.3°C (52.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

In Gutu, Zimbabwe, in May, during 4.1 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:23 CAT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

February, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Gutu, 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
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average high temperature in May: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average pressure in May: 1020.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Gutu, Zimbabwe

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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