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

Looking to travel to Plettenberg Bay in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Plettenberg Bay the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Plettenberg Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

The city usually sees around 261 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Plettenberg Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 51 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in May

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Plettenberg Bay in May?

For visitors traveling to Plettenberg 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 in May.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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