Temperature in Western Cape in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Western Cape, South Africa this May.

Western Cape, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Paternoster to 23°C (73°F) in Piketberg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Piketberg and 14°C (57°F) in Paternoster.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Western Cape, South Africa in May?

Curious about the May temperatures in the prime spots of Western Cape? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Western Cape in May

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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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Western Cape temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Western Cape, South Africa in May?

Daytime temperatures in Cape Town typically peak at 20°C (68°F) in May, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in Western Cape, South Africa in May?

After dark, Cape Town cools to about 12°C (54°F) on an average May night.

What is the warmest city in May in Western Cape, South Africa?

According to our recent database analysis, Piketberg is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 23°C (73°F) and rarely drops below 9°C (48°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in May in Western Cape, South Africa?

When looking through our records, we find that Paternoster stands out as the coolest city in Western Cape, South Africa for the month of May. Daytime highs average 18°C (64°F) and it cools down to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

How much sun does Western Cape, South Africa get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 hours of sunshine in Cape Town. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 16°C (61°F) in Cape Town this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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