May weather forecast
Luderitz, Namibia

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Weather in May

May signifies the onset of colder months in Luderitz, with average high temperatures dropping to 23.5°C (74.3°F) and average lows to 16.3°C (61.3°F). The mix of cool winds, shifted sea temperatures, and declined daylight hours, collectively paint an impression of the oncoming cooler months. The 13.5km/h (8.4mph) winds add a refreshing element to the cooler temperatures, providing just enough breeziness to uplift spirits. May’s weather maintains a balance between the warmer daytime hours and cooler nights, thus providing an overall comfortable climate for vacationing.

Temperature

May is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Throughout May, Luderitz's nights cool down to an average of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

In Luderitz, in May, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 18 rainfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Luderitz is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: In 15.4°C (59.7°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Luderitz in May?

In Luderitz, 23.5°C (74.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.3°C (61.3°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Luderitz, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Luderitz, in May, during 1.5 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May?

In May, the average sea temperature in Luderitz is 15.4°C (59.7°F). Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Luderitz have in May?

The average day length in May is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average temperature in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (13.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average pressure in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average wind speed in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average humidity in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall days in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sea temperature in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Luderitz, 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 month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sunshine days in May - Luderitz, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (25.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Luderitz, Namibia

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Luderitz, Namibia

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

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 8).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Luderitz, Namibia

Average visibility in May - Luderitz, 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).

Luderitz, Namibia

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