May weather forecast
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

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Weather in May

Sumbawanga in May is associated with a significant drop in the occurrences of rainfall, making way for more sunshine hours. A marked decrease in humidity is also a characteristic feature of this period in Sumbawanga. Nature progresses in its cycle, and vegetation adjusts to the receding rain. Throughout the district, the local communities engage in agricultural activities, taking advantage of the prevailing weather. The panorama changes, showcasing magnificent sunsets against a canvas of clear skies.

Temperature

The advent of May in Sumbawanga presents an average high-temperature of a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a moderate 14°C (57.2°F) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sumbawanga is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sumbawanga, Tanzania, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Sumbawanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.7 days and collects up to 1413mm (55.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sumbawanga is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of May, in Sumbawanga, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

In Sumbawanga, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Sumbawanga. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sumbawanga?

In Sumbawanga, 23.1°C (73.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 14°C (57.2°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Sumbawanga?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sumbawanga?

In Sumbawanga, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

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

In Sumbawanga, Tanzania, the average day length in May is 11h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sumbawanga?

On the first day of May in Sumbawanga, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sumbawanga?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sumbawanga?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sumbawanga?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sumbawanga is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average temperature in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average pressure in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average wind speed in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average humidity in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

Average rainfall in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average rainfall in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in May: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (289mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average UV index in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average visibility in May - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

Sumbawanga, Tanzania

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