May weather forecast
Francistown, Botswana

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Weather in May

May in Francistown maintains a consistent run with the dry pattern set by April, albeit at a lower temperature range from 25.8°C (78.4°F) to 13.1°C (55.6°F). As this progression of lower temperature and rainfall continues, clear skies and cooler evenings become prominent features. The absence of heavy clouds allows for clear star-gazing nights, further complementing the serene ambiance of Francistown during this period. As we move forward to June, the temperature continues to experience a decline, promising more pleasant weather for visitors and residents.

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Francistown records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), almost identical to April's 27.4°C (81.3°F). May nights show a substantial disparity from the daytime peak with an average low-temperature of 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Francistown is 49%.

Rainfall

In Francistown, during May, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Francistown, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 284mm (11.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Francistown is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of May, in Francistown, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:35 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Francistown, Botswana. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Francistown?

In Francistown, 25.8°C (78.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 13.1°C (55.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Francistown?

In May, the average relative humidity in Francistown is 49%.

How much does it rain in Francistown in May?

In Francistown, Botswana, in May, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Francistown have in May?

In Francistown, Botswana, the average day length in May is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Francistown?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:35 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Francistown have in May?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Francistown?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Francistown?

In Francistown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average temperature in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average pressure in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average wind speed in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average humidity in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average rainfall in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average rainfall days in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • 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 month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average sunshine days in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average UV index in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average cloud cover in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Francistown, Botswana

Average visibility in May - Francistown, Botswana
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Francistown, Botswana

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