Johannesburg weather in May (Gauteng, South Africa)
What does the weather outlook for Johannesburg, South Africa look like in May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Johannesburg during May, featuring pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 22°C, cooling down at night to around 7°C.
Precipitation
Johannesburg in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 17 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see rain.
Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 276 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Johannesburg even more beautiful.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Johannesburg.
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Johannesburg, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
8%
Precipitation
17 mm
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
56%
Sunshine
276 hours
Percentage Sunshine
81%
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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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Africa, check out our Johannesburg's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Johannesburg, 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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