May weather forecast
Orapa, Botswana

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Weather in May

May witnesses the onset of a true dry spell in Orapa, with virtually negligible rainfall as indicated by a mere 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Concurrently, the temperature continues its downward descent, bringing further relief from the earlier heat experienced in the year. The redirecting wind patterns contribute to the significant drop in relative humidity, fostering a considerably more dry and clear environment. The UV index remains at 6, consistent with the decreasing trend in temperature and daylight hours. Enjoy the abundance of clear skies and rejoice in the favor of cooler days and nights this month.

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F) from April's 29.5°C (85.1°F) in the average high-temperature. The low-temperature in Orapa, Botswana, averages to a refreshing 15.6°C (60.1°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Orapa is 39%.

Rainfall

In May, in Orapa, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Orapa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.1 days and collects up to 335mm (13.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Orapa, Botswana, is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of May in Orapa, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year in Orapa, Botswana.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Orapa is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Orapa?

In Orapa, 27.4°C (81.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.6°C (60.1°F) is the average low-temperature during May. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Orapa?

The average relative humidity in May is 39%.

How many days does it rain in May in Orapa?

In Orapa, in May, during 1.3 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in May in Orapa, Botswana, is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Orapa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, in Orapa, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orapa?

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Orapa have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Orapa?

In Orapa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average temperature in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average pressure in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average wind speed in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average humidity in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average humidity in May: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

Average rainfall in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average rainfall in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average rainfall days in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orapa, 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 May (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average sunshine days in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average UV index in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average cloud cover in May - Orapa, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Orapa, Botswana

Average visibility in May - Orapa, 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).

Orapa, Botswana

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