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NamibiaThe weather in May in Swakopmund
It's warm in May in Swakopmund with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Swakopmund. 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 Swakopmund, 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 39°C in 2020, Swakopmund reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 1,2 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Swakopmund
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Swakopmund. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Swakopmund | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 1,2 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Swakopmund with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 14°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 Swakopmund is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Swakopmund, Namibia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Swakopmund
Temperature in May in Swakopmund over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Swakopmund, 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 Swakopmund
Total precipitation in May in Swakopmund over the years
Daily UV index in May in Swakopmund
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Swakopmund, 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 Swakopmund by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Swakopmund. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.