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Aliwal North Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F), May in Aliwal North brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Aliwal North in May

You can expect rain on roughly 4 days based on historical data, averaging 28 mm (1.1 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Aliwal North in May

Aliwal North has perfect weather in May, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Aliwal North.

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Aliwal North Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm (1.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

Best Places in South Africa in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Aliwal North in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.

What To Do in Aliwal North in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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