Colchester weather in May (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the May weather in Colchester? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Colchester the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 23°C. But by evening, they drop to around 14°C.

Colchester in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of rain.

With around 221 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Colchester, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Port Elizabeth, South Africa (36 KM, 22 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 Colchester in May?

For visitors traveling to Colchester, 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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