Gqeberha weather in May (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the May weather in Gqeberha? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Gqeberha, May is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Gqeberha in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 222 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.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gqeberha, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 42 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 222 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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 Gqeberha in May?

For visitors traveling to Gqeberha, 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. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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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