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The weather in May in Zambia
It's warm in May in Zambia with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Zambia. 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 Zambia. 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 31°C in 2020, Zambia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Zambia
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zambia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Zambia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Zambia with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 13°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 Zambia is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°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 9 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 Zambia is based on weather data from Lusaka. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zambia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Zambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Zambia
Temperature in May in Zambia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Zambia. 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 Zambia
Total precipitation in May in Zambia over the years
Daily UV index in May in Zambia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Zambia, 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 Zambia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zambia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.