May weather forecast
Solwezi, Zambia

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Weather in May

May ushers in the dry season with virtually nonexistent rainfall. Interestingly, the average lower temperature further drops to 12.3°C (54.1°F), making May significantly cooler than previous months. The prevalent weather conditions in May favour outdoor and daylight activities. The dominant sunshine during May provides a pleasant relief following the previous months' persistent rains. With rigidly low cloud coverage, good visibility becomes a standard feature in May.

Temperature

Solwezi ushers in May with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Following the sharp contrast to daytime warmth, an average nighttime temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) gets registered during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 7 rainfall days, in May, Solwezi aggregates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 1174mm (46.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:55 CAT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Solwezi, records 25.4°C (77.7°F), while the low-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

What is the last month it rains?

May is the last month it rains. During 7 rainfall days, in May, Solwezi aggregates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Solwezi have in May?

The average day length in May is 11h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:55 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Solwezi have in May?

In Solwezi, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (9.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average pressure in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average wind speed in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average humidity in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average rainfall in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in May: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (257mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average rainfall days in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average sunshine days in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average UV index in May - Solwezi, 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, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average cloud cover in May - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in May
Solwezi, Zambia

Average visibility in May - Solwezi, 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).

Solwezi, Zambia

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