May weather forecast
Namche Bazar, Nepal

Buildings in the district of Khumbu in Namche Bazar, Nepal, looking towards the gorgeous Himalayas
Buildings in the district of Khumbu in Namche Bazar, Nepal, looking towards the gorgeous Himalayas

May

Weather in May

May springs forth with an upswing in temperature in Namche Bazar, ranging from -2.9°C (26.8°F) to 4.5°C (40.1°F), making the days more accommodating. Noticeably higher precipitation levels signal the dominance of spring. The city experiences a mix of rain and snow showers making it nature's spectacle. Greater cloudiness further reduces sunlight hours but does not darken the burgeoning vibrancy of spring too much. Despite warmer days, the nights lean more towards the cooler end of the temperature scale.

Temperature

Namche Bazar's average high-temperature in May is a still wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 2.7°C (36.9°F) of April. In the month of May, Namche Bazar witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of -2.9°C (26.8°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated. In Namche Bazar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 1198mm (47.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Namche Bazar. The month with the most snowfall is May, when snow falls for 24.4 days and typically aggregates up to 614mm (24.17") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm +0545.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

May is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 4.5°C (40.1°F) and -2.9°C (26.8°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Namche Bazar, during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month?
The month with the most snowfall is May, when snow falls for 24.4 days and typically aggregates up to 614mm (24.17") of snow.
How many days does it snow in May?
In Namche Bazar, in May, during 24.4 snowfall days, 614mm (24.17") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Namche Bazar have in May?
In Namche Bazar, the average day length in May is 13h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm +0545.
How long on average sun shines in May in Namche Bazar?
The average sunshine duration in May is 10.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
With an average maximum UV index of 1, May is the month with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Namche Bazar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average temperature in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in May: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

Average pressure in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average pressure in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average pressure in May: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average wind speed in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average humidity in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

Average rainfall in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average rainfall in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in May: 104mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average rainfall days in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average snowfall in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average snowfall in May: 614mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average snowfall days in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average snowfall days in May: 24.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average sunshine days in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average UV index in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average cloud cover in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May - Namche Bazar, Nepal
Average visibility in May
Namche Bazar, Nepal
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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