Temperature in North West in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North West, South Africa this May.

North West, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Magaliesburg to 26°C (79°F) in Madikwe Game Reserve. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Madikwe Game Reserve and 8°C (46°F) in Magaliesburg.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North West, South Africa in May?

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

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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North West temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North West, South Africa in May?

Hartbeespoort averages a daytime high of 24°C (75°F) in May, which is high for North West, South Africa.

How cold does it get at night in North West, South Africa in May?

Nighttime temperatures in Hartbeespoort typically drop to around 9°C (48°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in North West, South Africa?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Madikwe Game Reserve clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 26°C (79°F), and evenings that remain near 11°C (52°F).

What is the coldest city in May in North West, South Africa?

When looking through our records, we find that Magaliesburg stands out as the coolest city in North West, South Africa for the month of May. Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F) and it cools down to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

How much sun does North West, South Africa get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 287 hours of sunshine in Hartbeespoort. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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