Kenilworth weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

What is the weather forecast for Kenilworth in May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In May, Kenilworth tends to experience pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Kenilworth in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

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.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kenilworth, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Water Temperature 16°C *  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (11 KM, 7 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 Kenilworth, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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