May weather forecast
Chipata, Zambia

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Weather in May

May presents a much different weather profile than the preceding months in Chipata, Zambia. The town enjoys drier and cooler weather, with considerably less rainfall and a noticeable drop in the temperature range. Its weather pattern is consistent with that of June, although June becomes even drier. The transition into the dry season takes a firm hold in May, with an exceptional reduction in rainfall to merely 7mm (0.28") from 36mm (1.42") in April. With an average relative humidity of 72%, it contributes to much drier and sunnier days throughout the month.

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Throughout the month of May, Chipata witnesses an average low-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Chipata, in May, during 7.1 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chipata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 873mm (34.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chipata, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:28 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chipata, records 25.3°C (77.5°F), while the low-temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Chipata, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Chipata, in May, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Chipata have in May?

The average day length in May is 11h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:28 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chipata have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, April through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Chipata.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average temperature in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

Average rainfall in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Chipata, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

Chipata, Zambia

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