Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Mtwara, Tanzania, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mtwara throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Mtwara averages 62 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 57% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Mtwara reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||