May weather forecast
Kasama, Zambia

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Weather in May

May is characterized by a significant decrease in precipitation, with rainfall falling to a mere 4mm (0.16"). This, coupled with a marked decrease in cloud cover, allows for increased sunshine hours that brighten the area. Concurrently, the humidity levels are markedly lower, causing a very noticeable change in the overall atmosphere. Despite the drying trend, wind conditions maintain their mild demeanor, not rising to any alarming speeds. May truly marks the full arrival of the dry season, characterized by warmer days, cool nights and minimal rainfall.

Temperature

May begins with an average high-temperature registering at a still moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F), mirroring April's climate. During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kasama, Zambia, is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 4 rainfall days, in May, Kasama aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.2 rainfall days, and 1198mm (47.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:39 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kasama, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kasama in May?

In May, in Kasama, the average high-temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 4 rainfall days, in May, Kasama aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Kasama, the average day length in May is 11h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:39 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kasama have in May?

In Kasama, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Kasama, Zambia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average temperature in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (282mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).

Average UV index in May
Kasama, Zambia

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Kasama, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Kasama, Zambia
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

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

Kasama, Zambia

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