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Weather in Northern Province for May 2026

Your guide to Northern Province weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Northern Province has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 30.1 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.5 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Northern Province predicts temperatures to be around 30 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Northern Province at the beginning of May is 30.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 30 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Northern Province experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 156.8 mm.

Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
30°/28°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
32 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
77 %
Avg humidity

Northern Province Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Patchy rain possible
31°
2
Patchy rain possible
30°
3
Patchy rain possible
31°
4
Partly cloudy
31°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
6
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
7
Patchy rain possible
30°
8
Patchy rain possible
31°
9
Moderate rain at times
30°
10
Overcast
30°
11
Patchy rain possible
31°
12
Cloudy
31°
13
Overcast
31°
14
Cloudy
31°
15
Cloudy
31°
16
Cloudy
31°
17
Cloudy
31°
18
Partly cloudy
30°
19
Cloudy
30°
20
Light rain shower
30°
21
Overcast
31°
22
Cloudy
30°
23
Overcast
30°
24
Sunny
30°
25
Sunny
30°
26
Sunny
30°
27
Sunny
30°
28
Sunny
30°
29
Sunny
30°
30
Sunny
30°
31
Patchy rain possible
30°

Temperatures trend during May in Northern Province

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May weather in Northern Province day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /28° 9.5 mm 8
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /28° 12.2 mm 8
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /28° 3.3 mm 8
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /28° 4.9 mm 8
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /27° 9.5 mm 8
6 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /27° 2.3 mm 7
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /27° 4.9 mm 7
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 5.6 mm 7
9 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 30° /27° 4.6 mm 6
10 May Overcast
Overcast
 30° /27° 4.5 mm 7
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /27° 1 mm 8
12 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /28° 3.2 mm 7
13 May Overcast
Overcast
 31° /27° 6.8 mm 7
14 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /28° 7.3 mm 7
15 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /28° 8.6 mm 7
16 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /27° 10.4 mm 7
17 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /27° 4.9 mm 7
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 30° /27° 8.3 mm 7
19 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 30° /27° 6.9 mm 7
20 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 30° /27° 10.5 mm 8
21 May Overcast
Overcast
 31° /28° 1.6 mm 8
22 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 30° /28° 1.3 mm 9
23 May Overcast
Overcast
 30° /28° 11.7 mm 7
24 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /29° 0 mm 10.3
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /28° 0.1 mm 10.8
26 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /29° 0 mm 10.5
27 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /28° 0 mm 10.6
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /29° 0 mm 7
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /29° 0 mm 7
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 30° /28° 0 mm 7
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /28° 0.5 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Northern Province in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Northern Province forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Northern Province in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Northern Province during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 30° and lows near 28°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Northern Province during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 156.8 mm is expected in Northern Province during May, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Northern Province during May?

The average wind speed in Northern Province during May is 32 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Northern Province

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Northern Provinces May weather 💧
Typically, Northern Province has 24 rainy days in May with a total of 156.8 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Northern Province during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️
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