May weather forecast
Homa Bay, Kenya

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Weather in May

Transitional May in Homa Bay brings a decrease in average temperatures. This month echoes April's wet trend with a high amount of rainfall, although to a slightly lesser extent. However, the dampness and cloudier skies do not take away from the city's tropical appeal. While wind speeds stay relatively consistent with April, visibility drops slightly due to the increased cloud cover. May's precipitation is sustained, with the city receiving a substantial 146mm (5.75") of rainfall.

Temperature

The advent of May reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Homa Bay observes an average nighttime temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F) during May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Homa Bay, Kenya, during May, the rain falls for 28 days and regularly aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Homa Bay, there are 289.6 rainfall days, and 1257mm (49.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Homa Bay, Kenya, is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Homa Bay?

The high-temperature during May is 23.8°C (74.8°F) and the low-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Homa Bay?

May is the most humid month in Homa Bay, Kenya, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in May in Homa Bay?

The average relative humidity in May is 87%.

How much does it rain in Homa Bay in May?

In Homa Bay, in May, during 28 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Homa Bay have in May?

In Homa Bay, the average day length in May is 12h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Homa Bay?

On the first day of May in Homa Bay, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Homa Bay have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Homa Bay?

The months with the lowest UV index in Homa Bay are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Homa Bay?

In Homa Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average temperature in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average pressure in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average wind speed in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average humidity in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average rainfall in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in May: 146mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (56mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average rainfall days in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in May: 28 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average sunshine days in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average UV index in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average cloud cover in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Homa Bay, Kenya

Average visibility in May - Homa Bay, Kenya
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January and February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).

Homa Bay, Kenya

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