May weather forecast
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

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Weather in May

May witnesses a sharp transition in Keetmanshoop weather, with temperatures dipping to 25.3°C (77.5°F), introducing the initiation of the city's winter phase. The rainfall is minimal, with precipitation being a rare phenomenon. Abundant sunshine endures, but with a decline in its intensity, aligning itself to the progressing cold season. The winds, though not fierce, carry a certain chill to them, adding to the nip in the air. Despite the cooling trend, the visibility remains excellent, continuing to enhance the city's appeal as a tourist destination with its clear skies.

Temperature

May indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from April's moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F) to a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F). Keetmanshoop usually reports an average low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F) during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 30%.

Rainfall

In Keetmanshoop, in May, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Keetmanshoop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.2 days and collects up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

Sunshine

February, April through June, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Keetmanshoop, 25.3°C (77.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.8°C (58.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Keetmanshoop?

The average relative humidity in May in Keetmanshoop is 30%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Keetmanshoop have in May?

In May, the average day length is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Keetmanshoop, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Keetmanshoop?

The months with the least sunshine are February, April through June, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Keetmanshoop have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average temperature in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (20.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

Average pressure in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average pressure in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average pressure in May: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average wind speed in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average humidity in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average humidity in May: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (35%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (20%).

Average rainfall in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average rainfall in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (27mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average rainfall days in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February, April, May and June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average sunshine days in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average UV index in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average cloud cover in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Average visibility in May - Keetmanshoop, Namibia
  • 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).

Keetmanshoop, Namibia

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