Shimwansa weather in May (Zambia)

Curious about the May weather in Shimwansa? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Shimwansa, May is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 14°C.

Shimwansa in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.2 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 0 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 277 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Shimwansa. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shimwansa climate page with graphs.

 

Shimwansa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 59% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 277 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Lusaka, Zambia (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in Zambia in May

Find out more about the weather in Zambia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Shimwansa in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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