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

Wondering what the weather is like in Durban during May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Durban during May is typically perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 25°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 17°C.

Precipitation

Durban in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 6 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 223 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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 Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 223 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

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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