May weather forecast
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

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Weather in May

May signals the onset of winter in Plumtree, Zimbabwe, as indicated by decreasing temperatures and substantially reduced levels of rainfall. The highest temperatures average 26°C (78.8°F) with the lows dipping to a crisp 13.3°C (55.9°F). This month records a mere 3mm (0.12") of rainfall, with a relative humidity of 46%, a significant decrease compared to the preceding months. The cool nights and warm days, coupled with minimal rainfall, present tranquil and dry weather conditions. Despite lower temperatures, the midday sun provides respite during the winter months.

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), hardly deviating from April. Plumtree registers a marked temperature plunge to a refreshing 13.3°C (55.9°F) during the cool May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

In May, in Plumtree, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Plumtree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.1 days and collects up to 337mm (13.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Plumtree, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:35 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Plumtree are May and July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Plumtree, Zimbabwe, are May through July, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Plumtree?

Plumtree in May has an average high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Plumtree?

The average relative humidity in May in Plumtree, Zimbabwe, is 46%.

How much does it rain in Plumtree in May?

In May, in Plumtree, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Plumtree?

In May, the average day length in Plumtree is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Plumtree?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Plumtree, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:35 CAT.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Plumtree?

May and July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Plumtree, Zimbabwe.

How many hours of sunshine does Plumtree have in May?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plumtree?

The months with the lowest UV index in Plumtree are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Plumtree?

In Plumtree, Zimbabwe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average temperature in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in May: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in May: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in May: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

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Average rainfall in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

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

The months with the highest UV index are October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in May
Plumtree, Zimbabwe

Average visibility in May - Plumtree, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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