Namaqualand Weather in May

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

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Springbok Port Nolloth Nababeep Garies

Are you planning a trip a to Namaqualand, South Africa in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Namaqualand in May

Namaqualand, South Africa is a region in South Africa. May in Namaqualand generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Port Nolloth at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Garies at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Garies and 13°C (55°F) in Port Nolloth.

To explore the conditions in Namaqualand, South Africa in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Port Nolloth with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Kamieskroon with 21 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Springbok gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Namaqualand by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March30°C (86°F) April27°C (81°F) May23°C (73°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September23°C (73°F) October26°C (79°F) November28°C (82°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Namaqualand in May

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

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 Namaqualand

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

Temperature range in Namaqualand (May)

Precipitation variation in Namaqualand (May)

Springbok

In May Springbok generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
220 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Springbok →

Port Nolloth

In May Port Nolloth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port Nolloth →

Nababeep

In May Nababeep generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
220 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nababeep →

Garies

In May Garies generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Garies →

Kamieskroon

In May Kamieskroon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
220 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kamieskroon →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Namaqualand in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Springbok 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Port Nolloth 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Nababeep 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Garies 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Kamieskroon 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Namaqualand weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Namaqualand, South Africa in May?

Expect perfect weather across Namaqualand, South Africa in May. The popular destination of Springbok averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Namaqualand, South Africa in May?

Daytime temperatures in Springbok peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Namaqualand, South Africa get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Namaqualand, South Africa during May, with Springbok averaging close to 17 mm (0.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Namaqualand, South Africa?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Namaqualand, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Springbok.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Springbok.

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