May weather forecast
Ndola, Zambia

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Weather in May

May, in Ndola, is characterized by an exceptional dryness with practically no rainfall, marking a stark contrast from the earlier months. The considerable fall in humidity results in clear, unobstructed views of the cityscape. Consequently, this month celebrates the dominance of sunny skies, which become a common sight. The evenings and mornings are drier and slightly cooler but the city remains warm through May. Via the noticeable rise in sunshine hours, Ndola experiences an unmistakable touch of summer during this period.

Temperature

Ndola's weather in May displays an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F), showing minor disparity from April's 25.8°C (78.4°F). In May, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

In Ndola, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 5.1 rainfall days, in May, Ndola aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Ndola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 743mm (29.25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ndola, the average length of the day in May is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

In Ndola, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ndola, is 25.7°C (78.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 12.3°C (54.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 5.1 rainfall days, in May, Ndola aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Ndola have in May?

The average day length in May is 11h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ndola have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Ndola, Zambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ndola, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Ndola, 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, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Ndola, Zambia

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Ndola, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Ndola, 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 and March (6km).

Ndola, Zambia

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