Elim weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)
Thinking of visiting Elim in May? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
The weather in Elim is usually perfect in May, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 21°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 12°C.
Precipitation
Elim in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Elim climate page with graphs.
Elim, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
42 mm
Rainy days
11 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Elim, 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. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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