Goukamma weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Is May a good time to explore Goukamma weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The weather in Goukamma during May is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Precipitation

Goukamma in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Expect around 9 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 261 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Goukamma.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Goukamma. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Goukamma, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 261 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Knysna, South Africa (9 KM, 5 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

For visitors traveling to Goukamma, 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.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Goukamma.

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