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Visiting Mozambique in May

The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mozambique.

May has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Mozambique with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Consider visiting Mozambique in the months of March, September, October, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

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Can you sunbathe in Mozambique in May?

No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Mozambique.

May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright. May has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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Can you swim in Mozambique in May?

Yes, May is an excellent month for swimming in Mozambique with very warm sea temperatures 27°C (81°F).

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Is May a good time to holiday in Mozambique?

No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Mozambique.

May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright. May has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mozambique. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Mozambique with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Mozambique warm in May?

No, Mozambique is too cold for sunbathing in May.

The average maximum temperature in Mozambique in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Mozambique in May is 11°C (51°F). The average temperature is 11°C (53°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Mozambique in May?

The average day light hours per day in Mozambique in May are 11.3. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright.

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Temperature in Mozambique in May

The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Mozambique in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Mozambique in May is 11°C (51°F). The average temperature is 11°C (53°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Mozambique in May is 8°C (47°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Mozambique in May

The days in May are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into June. May has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into June. During May the average day light hours are 11.3 per day in Mozambique. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Mozambique in May is typically 8.4 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Mozambique in May

The average sea water temperature in Mozambique in May is 27.2°C (81.0°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Rainfall in Mozambique in May

May weather is slightly drier than the previous month. May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Mozambique in May is 0.1cm (0.0inches) and on average there are 1.1 rainy days in May making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Mozambique in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Mozambique in May is 9°C (49°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 9°C (9°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Mozambique in May is typically 44.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 43.6% in the previous month and 43.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Mozambique in May is typically 35.9%. The average relative humidity is 35.4% in the previous month and 34.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Mozambique in May

The average maximum wind speed in Mozambique in May is typically 9KM/H (6MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Mozambique in May is typically 6KM/H (3MPH). The average wind speed is 7KM/H (4MPH) in the previous month and 7KM/H (4MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Mozambique in May is from the East-Northeast.

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