May weather forecast
Matsieng, Lesotho

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in May

Entering May, Matsieng experiences further drop in temperatures and the least amount of rainfall, just 8mm (0.31"). With the onset of winter, the city's weather becomes cool and less humid. Despite the reduction in temperature, Matsieng continues to enjoy considerable daylight hours with unaltered visibility. May signifies the beginning of a significantly colder season, making it an ideal time for activities not associated with extreme temperatures.

Temperature

Matsieng ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. An average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Matsieng, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Matsieng, Lesotho, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matsieng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Matsieng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Matsieng is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Matsieng are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Matsieng?

In Matsieng, in May, the average high-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Matsieng?

In Matsieng, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

How much does it rain in Matsieng in May?

In May, in Matsieng, Lesotho, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Matsieng?

In Matsieng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Does it snow in Matsieng in May?

In Matsieng, Lesotho, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.

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

In Matsieng, the average day length in May is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Matsieng?

On the first day of May in Matsieng, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Matsieng have in May?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Matsieng?

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in May in Matsieng?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Matsieng, Lesotho, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average temperature in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average pressure in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average humidity in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in May: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average UV index in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average visibility in May - Matsieng, Lesotho
  • 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).

Matsieng, Lesotho

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location