Port Elizabeth weather in May (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the May weather in Port Elizabeth? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Port Elizabeth the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C.

Port Elizabeth in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 221 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Port Elizabeth climate page with graphs.

 

Port Elizabeth, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 43 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 221 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in May

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Port Elizabeth in May?

For visitors traveling to Port Elizabeth, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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