May weather forecast
Kawambwa, Zambia

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Weather in May

May embodies a dry and warm phase for Kawambwa as it steps in after a slightly moist April. This month reels under the sparsely clouded skies, with daylight hours stretching up to 11.7 hours on average. The reduction in rainfall to 40mm (1.57") stays consistent with the trend of diminishing precipitation as the year progresses. Next month, June, anticipates a further dip in the rainy bouts and a slight rise in the temperature bar. The feel of the city takes a turn from the preceding damp weather to a more clear, warm, and dry environment, forming contrasting weather conditions.

Temperature

The advent of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 15°C (59°F) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kawambwa, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Kawambwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.7 days and collects up to 1883mm (74.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kawambwa, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Kawambwa, Zambia. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Kawambwa, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Kawambwa, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Kawambwa, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kawambwa have in May?

In May, the average day length is 11h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (381mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kawambwa, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Kawambwa, Zambia

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

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

Kawambwa, Zambia

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