May weather forecast
Montepuez, Mozambique

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Weather in May

May welcomes more comfortable weather conditions into Montepuez with a general decrease in several parameters. It marks the city's transition into the dry season with a substantial decrease in rainfall to 6mm (0.24"), an event most locals eagerly anticipate. Coupled with increased sunshine hours, this month signals the arrival of ideal weather for tourism. Even so, locals keenly remember that June ushers in even more comfortable conditions.

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Montepuez records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), almost identical to April's 27.7°C (81.9°F). An average low-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) is recorded during the nights in May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Montepuez is 80%.

Rainfall

In Montepuez, in May, during 4 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 669mm (26.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of May, in Montepuez, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In Montepuez, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Montepuez. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Montepuez?

The high-temperature in Montepuez during May is 27.3°C (81.1°F) and the low-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Montepuez?

In Montepuez, Mozambique, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Montepuez in May?

In May, in Montepuez, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in May is 11h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Montepuez?

On the first day of May in Montepuez, Mozambique, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:03 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Montepuez have in May?

In Montepuez, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Montepuez?

The months with the lowest UV index in Montepuez, Mozambique, are January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Montepuez?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Montepuez, Mozambique, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average temperature in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average pressure in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average wind speed in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and October (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average humidity in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average rainfall in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall in May: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average rainfall days in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average sunshine days in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average UV index in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average cloud cover in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Montepuez, Mozambique

Average visibility in May - Montepuez, Mozambique
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (6km).

Montepuez, Mozambique

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