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Lambertʼs Bay Weather in May

May in Lambertʼs Bay brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 13°C (55°F). Expect around 31 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Lambertʼs Bay in May

Rain is expected on roughly 7 days, totalling around 31 mm (1.2 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Lambertʼs Bay in May

In May, Lambertʼs Bay gets pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to around 13°C (55°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 13°C (55°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

For Lambertʼs Bay itself, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Lambertʼs Bay Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 31 mm (1.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

Best Places in South Africa in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lambertʼs Bay in May

For Lambertʼs Bay in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Lambertʼs Bay in May

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

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

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