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Harkerville weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Is May a good time to explore Harkerville weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Harkerville is generally perfect, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 13°C.

Precipitation

Harkerville in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 9 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 261 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Harkerville. 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 Harkerville climate page with graphs.

 

Harkerville, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Knysna, South Africa (17 KM, 10 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 Harkerville, 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

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