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Overberg Weather in May

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

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Hermanus Gansbaai Swellendam Kleinmond

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

What to Expect in the Overberg in May

The Overberg, South Africa is a region in South Africa. May in the Overberg generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Kleinmond at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Swellendam at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Swellendam and 13°C (55°F) in Kleinmond.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Swellendam with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Kleinmond with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Explore the Overberg by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Overberg in May

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

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 Overberg

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

Temperature range in the Overberg (May)

Precipitation variation in the Overberg (May)

Hermanus

In May Hermanus generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Hermanus →

Gansbaai

In May Gansbaai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gansbaai →

Swellendam

In May Swellendam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Swellendam →

Kleinmond

In May Kleinmond generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
205 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kleinmond →

Bredasdorp

In May Bredasdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hermanus 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Gansbaai 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Swellendam 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Kleinmond 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bredasdorp 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Struisbaai 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

The Overberg weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

the Overberg, South Africa typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hermanus average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Overberg, South Africa during May range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Hermanus.

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

Not particularly. Hermanus averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Overberg, South Africa.

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

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Overberg, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Hermanus. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Overberg, South Africa is in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Hermanus. In contrast, July and August tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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