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Alberton weather in May (Gauteng, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Alberton during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Alberton, May is characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 7°C.

Alberton in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 17 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 276 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 you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Alberton. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Alberton, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 8%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 17 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 56% *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 81% *  
* Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (9 KM, 6 Miles).

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 Alberton in May?

For visitors traveling to Alberton, 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.

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
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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