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Beaufort West weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Is May a good time to explore Beaufort West weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Beaufort West during May, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 22°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Beaufort West in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 248 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Beaufort West. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Beaufort West, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 52% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in South Africa in May

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Beaufort West, 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.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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