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Temperature in Eastern Cape in May

Eastern Cape is a region in South Africa. May in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Rhodes with 16°C to high temperatures in Kruger National Park with 29°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Kruger National Park and 3°C in Rhodes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Eastern Cape in May?

Discover the typical May temperatures for the most popular locations of Eastern Cape on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in May in Eastern Cape?
    • Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Kruger National Park is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 29°C, while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 16°C."

  • What is the coldest city in May in Eastern Cape?
    • When looking through our records, we find that Rhodes stands out as the coolest city in Eastern Cape for the month of May. Daytime highs average 16°C and it cools down to about 3°C at night.

  • How much sun does Eastern Cape get in May?
    • The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 222 hours of sunshine in Gqeberha. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 21°C in East London this month, a rehreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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