May weather forecast
Rusape, Zimbabwe

May

Weather in May

In May, Rusape, Zimbabwe experiences a full transformation into the dry season. The most notable change can be seen in the form of decreased rainfall, dwindling down to 6mm (0.24"). As daylight hours shorten, locals and visitors alike experience a sharp decrease in humidity. The landscape radiates under the pristine visibility extending up to 9km (5.6mi). Refreshing zephyrs continue to sweep through the city, bringing the chills of the impending winter season.

Temperature

Rusape experiences a transition to a still pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 22.6°C (72.7°F). In the month of May, Rusape's average low-temperature falls to a cool 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Rusape, in May, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Rusape, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 732mm (28.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Rusape, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:21 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Rusape, is 21.5°C (70.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Rusape, during May, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Rusape have in May?
In Rusape, the average day length in May is 11h and 15min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:21 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in May in Rusape?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Rusape, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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