Stellenbosch

Cape Winelands Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in May.

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Stellenbosch Franschhoek Paarl Tulbagh

Planning a journey to the Cape Winelands, South Africa this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Cape Winelands in May

The Cape Winelands, South Africa is a region in South Africa. May in the Cape Winelands generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Stellenbosch.

For specific regional insights in the Cape Winelands, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ceres with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Paarl with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Stellenbosch enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Cape Winelands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Cape Winelands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Stellenbosch)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March27°C (81°F) April24°C (75°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August18°C (64°F) September19°C (66°F) October22°C (72°F) November24°C (75°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Cape Winelands in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Cape Winelands.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Cape Winelands

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Cape Winelands, South Africa?

Temperature range in the Cape Winelands (May)

Precipitation variation in the Cape Winelands (May)

Stellenbosch

In May Stellenbosch generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
205 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Stellenbosch →

Franschhoek

In May Franschhoek generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Franschhoek →

Paarl

In May Paarl generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
205 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Paarl →

Tulbagh

In May Tulbagh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Tulbagh →

Wellington

In May Wellington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Cape Winelands, in South Africa.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Cape Winelands in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stellenbosch 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Franschhoek 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Paarl 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tulbagh 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Wellington 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Ceres 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

The Cape Winelands weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in May?

May in the Cape Winelands, South Africa brings perfect weather. In Stellenbosch, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in May?

Average temperatures in the Cape Winelands, South Africa during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Stellenbosch.

Does the Cape Winelands, South Africa get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Cape Winelands, South Africa during May, with Stellenbosch averaging close to 92 mm (3.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Cape Winelands, South Africa?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Cape Winelands, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Stellenbosch is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Stellenbosch. The weather in July, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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