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Temperature in The Garden Route in May

The Garden Route is a region in South Africa. May is generally a pleasant month with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C and nighttime temperatures around 13°C in Knysna.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Garden Route in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in the Garden Route. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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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

  • How much sun does the Garden Route get in May?
  • Knysna enjoys approximately 261 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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