Durban weather in May (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

Curious about the May weather in Durban? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Durban the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.

Durban in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 223 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, November tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Durban, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
SunshineSunshine 223 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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 Durban in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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