The weather in May in Zimbabwe
It's warm in May in Zimbabwe with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe. 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 33°C in 2019, Zimbabwe reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Zimbabwe
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zimbabwe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Zimbabwe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Zimbabwe with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 29°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 Zimbabwe is around 28°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 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 Zimbabwe is based on weather data from Victoria Falls. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zimbabwe to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Zimbabwe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Zimbabwe
Temperature in May in Zimbabwe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe
Total precipitation in May in Zimbabwe over the years
Daily UV index in May in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Zimbabwe, 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 Zimbabwe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zimbabwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.