Paterson weather in May (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

How is May weather typically in Paterson? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Paterson is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Precipitation

Paterson in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 23 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 221 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Paterson. January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Paterson, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 23 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 221 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Port Elizabeth, South Africa (67 KM, 42 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 Paterson, 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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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