May weather forecast
Norton, Zimbabwe

May

Weather in May

May denotes the onset of drier weather in Norton, Zimbabwe. The rainfall reduces substantially to 4mm (0.16"), experienced over 3.3 days in the month. The temperatures also take a downward turn with daytime averages dropping to 23.7°C (74.7°F) and night time lows decreasing to 10.6°C (51.1°F). Despite these changes, this period is characterized by clearer skies, heightened visibility, and lower humidity at around 64%. May invites outdoor activities with its mild climate and fewer rain interruptions.

Temperature

At the start of May, Norton's average high-temperature reaches a still warm 23.7°C (74.7°F), subtly different from the preceding month. A steep decline to a cool 10.6°C (51.1°F) characterizes the May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Norton, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Norton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 538mm (21.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:28 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Norton, is 23.7°C (74.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 10.6°C (51.1°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Norton, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, in Norton, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length is 11h and 17min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:28 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Norton have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

Average rainfall in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May - Norton, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in May
Norton, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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