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The weather in May in Namibia
It's warm in May in Namibia with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Namibia. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Namibia. 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 32°C in 2019, Namibia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 3,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Namibia
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Namibia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Namibia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 3,9 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Namibia with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 10°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Namibia is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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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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The climate in Namibia is based on weather data from Windhoek. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Namibia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Namibia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Namibia
Temperature in May in Namibia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Namibia. 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 Namibia
Total precipitation in May in Namibia over the years
Daily UV index in May in Namibia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Namibia, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Namibia
The weather in May in Namibia is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Namibia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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During my vacation, the nights were unexpectedly cool. It was a pleasant day with lots of sunshine. Not bad, not great.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Namibia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Namibia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.