Weather in South Africa in may 2024

In this section, find the the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in South Africa. These datas are probabilities for may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.



Where to go in South Africa in may?

Where to go in South Africa in may: destination map

South Africa: weather map in may in different regions
South Africa: weather map in may in different regions ©whereandwhen.net

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Where to go in each region in may?

Eastern Cape
(Port Elizabeth (South Africa), East London, Coffee Bay...)
good weather*
67°F to 76°F
Free State
(Bloemfontein, Harrismith, Welkom...)
good weather
65°F to 76°F
Gauteng
(Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto...)
perfect weather
74°F
KwaZulu-Natal
(Durban, Richards Bay, Margate...)
perfect weather*
56°F to 77°F
Limpopo
(Parc Kruger, Polokwane, Marakele National Park...)
perfect weather*
72°F to 83°F
Mpumalanga
(Nelspruit, Blyde River Canyon, Sabi Sands Reserve...)
perfect weather*
70°F to 88°F
North West of South Africa
(Mmabatho, Rustenburg, Pilanesberg National Park...)
perfect weather*
72°F to 77°F
Northern Cape
(Kimberley, Upington, Port Nolloth...)
good weather*
63°F to 77°F
Western Cape
(Cape Town, George, Vredendal...)
good weather*
65°F to 72°F
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in South Africa in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in South Africa in may ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.

In may the weather is perfect in South Africa, but partially because it concerns only the cities of Nelspruit, Knysna, Parc Kruger and Durban. In this part of the country, the conditions are right to enjoy a maximum your travel: the sun is here, it rains very little and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to go to these cities!

Apart from of Nelspruit, Knysna, Parc Kruger and Durban, the weather is good in Kimberley, Stellenbosch, Hermanus, Johannesburg, Sodwana Bay, Richards Bay, Port Elizabeth, Long Tom Pas, Cape Town and Pretoria. In these cities, temperatures are still suitable and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.


Climate in South Africa in may

Climate in Cape Town in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Cape Town is 65°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate quite pleasant in that locality in this month. With 4.8in over 6 days, rainfall can happen during your journey. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, the month of may is a good month to go there.

May
Average temperature 65°F
Highest temperature 70°F
Lowest temperature 59°F
Sea temperature 62°F
Rainfall 4.8in
Number of days with rainfall 6 day(s)
(18%)
Humidity 80%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 32%
Length of day 10:22
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Cape Town in may

Climate in Bloemfontein in may

In may, maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate is quite good around this city in this month. With just 0.6in over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem for your stay.
With good weather conditions, the month of may is a good time to go there in South Africa.

May
Average temperature 61°F
Highest temperature 70°F
Lowest temperature 52°F
Rainfall 0.6in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(3%)
Humidity 58%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 9%
Length of day 10:40
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Bloemfontein in may

Climate in Durban in may

In may, the mean temperature in Durban is 70°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 65°F). The climate quite pleasant in this location in this month. With about 2.8in over 3 days, rainfall is infrequent for your vacations.
With a perfect weather, may is an advisable time to go in Durban.

May
Average temperature 70°F
Highest temperature 76°F
Lowest temperature 65°F
Sea temperature 75°F
Rainfall 2.8in
Number of days with rainfall 3 day(s)
(9%)
Humidity 79%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 26%
Length of day 10:38
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net perfect
more information about the climate in Durban in may

Climate in Johannesburg in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Johannesburg is 67°F (maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate nice in that area in this month. With barely 0.6in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your stay.
With good weather conditions, the month of may is a recommended month to go in this city.

May
Average temperature 67°F
Highest temperature 74°F
Lowest temperature 59°F
Rainfall 0.6in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(3%)
Humidity 56%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 9%
Length of day 10:50
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net perfect
more information about the climate in Johannesburg in may

Climate in Kimberley in may

In may, maximum temperature is 72°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 65°F). The climate nice in that area in this month. With barely 0.6in over 1 days, it rains very little for your journey.
With a good climate, may is a good month to go in this city.

May
Average temperature 65°F
Highest temperature 72°F
Lowest temperature 56°F
Rainfall 0.6in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(3%)
Humidity 51%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 9%
Length of day 10:41
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Kimberley in may


All cities in South Africa in may

Cape Town in maygood weather
Bloemfontein in maygood weather
Durban in mayperfect weather
Johannesburg in mayperfect weather
Kimberley in maygood weather
Nelspruit in mayperfect weather
Parc Kruger in mayperfect weather
Port Elizabeth (South Africa) in mayperfect weather
Pretoria in mayperfect weather
Blyde River Canyon in mayperfect weather
Coffee Bay in maygood weather
East London in mayperfect weather
George in mayperfect weather
Harrismith in maygood weather
Marakele National Park in maygood weather
Margate in mayperfect weather
Mmabatho in mayperfect weather
Polokwane in mayperfect weather
Pilanesberg National Park in mayperfect weather
Port Nolloth in mayperfect weather
Richards Bay in maygood weather
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Weather data for South Africa in may:

Weather data for South Africa in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in South Africa. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in South Africa can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to South Africa.


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