May weather forecast
Peshawar, Pakistan

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Weather in May

In May, the temperature in Peshawar hits the roof, sizzling its way from 24.3°C (75.7°F) to a blistering 35.9°C (96.6°F). The departure from the rainfall months into a period of intense heat is profound in May. With the summer months on the horizon, the increasing heat and decreasing rainfall foreshadow what is to come. As it gets hotter in Peshawar, May represents the initiation of the peak summer season. This month, however, gives rise to clear days that morph into star-lit nights marked by long daylight hours.

Temperature

As Peshawar welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F) in April to a very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F). The average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) is witnessed in Peshawar during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 25%.

Rainfall

In Peshawar, Pakistan, in May, during 8.6 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peshawar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.1 days and collects up to 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Peshawar, Pakistan, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Peshawar, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Peshawar, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 7:19 pm PKT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Peshawar is 11.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Peshawar, Pakistan. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Peshawar in May?

Peshawar in May has an average high-temperature of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Peshawar?

In May, the average relative humidity in Peshawar is 25%.

How many days does it rain in May in Peshawar?

In May, in Peshawar, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Peshawar?

In Peshawar, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

How many hours of daylight does Peshawar have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Peshawar?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 7:19 pm PKT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Peshawar?

In Peshawar, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Peshawar?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Peshawar.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Peshawar?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average temperature in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average high temperature in May: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (39.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (30.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average pressure in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average pressure in May: 1006.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1000.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average wind speed in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average humidity in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average humidity in May: 25%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and August (43%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average rainfall in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average rainfall days in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average snowfall days in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average sunshine days in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average UV index in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average cloud cover in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Peshawar, Pakistan

Average visibility in May - Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Peshawar, Pakistan

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