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Hout Bay weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

How is the weather in Hout Bay in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Hout Bay typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Hout Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 205 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hout Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (24 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in May

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in May and which places have the best weather 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 Hout Bay in May?

For visitors traveling to Hout Bay, 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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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