Temperatures in May
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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Swakopmund in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Swakopmund with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 24°C, with nights close to 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 will be around 25°C, with nights close to 14°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in May
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.
The average chance of precipitation is only 1% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Swakopmund. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Swakopmund in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
24°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
22°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
1,2 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 8 days | |
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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.
Is May a good time to visit Swakopmund?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Swakopmund. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Swakopmund in May
With 39°C, Swakopmund hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 5°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Swakopmund
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Swakopmund, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Swakopmund
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Swakopmund, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Swakopmund.
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.
Temperature in May in Swakopmund Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Swakopmund, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Swakopmund Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Swakopmund, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Swakopmund
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Average Weather in Swakopmund by Month
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