May weather forecast
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

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Weather in May

By May, Butha-Buthe feels the impact of the approaching winter as temperatures continue to merit cooler clothing. There is a significant reduction in rainfall, further confirming the onset of drier weather. The city experiences its lowest UV index of the year at 3, indicating fewer hours of intense sun radiation. Despite dropping temperatures, May is characterized by an increase in sunshine duration and a decrease in cloud cover, making the winter chills more agreeable.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, the average high-temperature rests at a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature lowers to a frosty 6.1°C (43°F) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Butha-Buthe is 51%.

Rainfall

In Butha-Buthe, during May, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Butha-Buthe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 432mm (17.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Butha-Buthe, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Butha-Buthe is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:16 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Butha-Buthe is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Butha-Buthe in May?

During May, Butha-Buthe experiences an average high-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F) and a low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Butha-Buthe?

The average relative humidity in May in Butha-Buthe is 51%.

How much does it rain in Butha-Buthe in May?

In Butha-Buthe, during May, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Butha-Buthe?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho.

How many hours of daylight does Butha-Buthe have in May?

In May, the average day length in Butha-Buthe is 10h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Butha-Buthe?

On the first day of May in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:16 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Butha-Buthe have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Butha-Buthe is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Butha-Buthe?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Butha-Buthe is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average temperature in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in May: 18.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average pressure in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in May: 1022mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average wind speed in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average humidity in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average rainfall in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average snowfall in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average UV index in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

Average visibility in May - Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

Butha-Buthe, Lesotho

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