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De Rust weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Is De Rust a good destination in May, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in De Rust in May, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 22°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 8°C.

Precipitation

De Rust in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 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 favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit De Rust. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

De Rust, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: George, South Africa (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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 De Rust, 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

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