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

What does the weather outlook for Mossel Bay look like in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The weather in Mossel Bay is usually perfect in May, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 21°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 14°C.

Precipitation

Mossel Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. Expect around 8 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 205 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mossel Bay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 28%  

Precipitation 42 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: George, South Africa (36 KM, 22 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 Mossel 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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