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Temperature in The Skeleton Coast in May

The Skeleton Coast is a region in Namibia. May in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from pleasant in Henties Bay with 21°C to high temperatures in Swakopmund with 26°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Swakopmund and 14°C in Henties Bay.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Skeleton Coast in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in the Skeleton Coast. 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

  • What is the warmest city in May in the Skeleton Coast?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Swakopmund is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 26°C and rarely drops below 14°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in May in the Skeleton Coast?
    • The coldest city in May in the Skeleton Coast is Henties Bay when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 21°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 14°C.

  • How much sun does the Skeleton Coast get in May?
    • Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 0 hours of sunshine in Swakopmund. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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