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Outeniqua Strand Weather in May

Outeniqua Strand in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F). Moderate rainfall is typical, with around 45 mm (1.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Outeniqua Strand in May

Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 45 mm (1.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Outeniqua Strand in May

Outeniqua Strand in May is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Outeniqua Strand in May

The month enjoys around 205 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Outeniqua Strand.

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Outeniqua Strand Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 45 mm (1.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George, South Africa (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in May

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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 Outeniqua Strand in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Outeniqua Strand in May

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

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