Heroldsbaai weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the climate in Heroldsbaai this May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During May, Heroldsbaai is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 21°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 13°C.

Precipitation

Heroldsbaai in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. You can typically expect 9 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 205 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with 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 Heroldsbaai climate page with graphs.

 

Heroldsbaai, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: George, South Africa (11 KM, 6 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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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 Heroldsbaai, 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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