MalawiThe weather in May in Blantyre
It's warm in May in Blantyre with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Blantyre. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Blantyre, Malawi. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Blantyre reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 14 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Blantyre
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Blantyre. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Blantyre | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 14 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Blantyre with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Blantyre is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Blantyre, Malawi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Blantyre
Temperature in May in Blantyre over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Blantyre, Malawi. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Blantyre
Total precipitation in May in Blantyre over the years
Daily UV index in May in Blantyre
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Blantyre, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Blantyre by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Blantyre. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.