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Chintsa Weather in May

Chintsa in May averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Chintsa in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of rain, with 35 mm (1.4 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Chintsa in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Chintsa, with 24°C (75°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) overnight. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Chintsa in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 227 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Chintsa even more beautiful.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Chintsa.

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Chintsa Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm (1.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 227 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 69% *  
* Data from: East London, South Africa (34 KM, 21 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 Chintsa in May

For Chintsa in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Chintsa in May

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

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

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