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Cape Saint Francis Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Cape Saint Francis in May? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 21°C (70°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Cape Saint Francis in May

Typically around 8 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 50 mm (2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Cape Saint Francis in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Cape Saint Francis, with 21°C (70°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows of 16°C (61°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Cape Saint Francis in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 222 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Cape Saint Francis.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Cape Saint Francis.

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Cape Saint Francis Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 222 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Gqeberha, South Africa (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in May

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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 (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 Cape Saint Francis in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Cape Saint Francis in May

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

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

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