Ruiterbos weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Can you expect sunny skies in Ruiterbos in May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Ruiterbos in May, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C.

Precipitation

Ruiterbos in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. This month experiences about 7 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ruiterbos climate page with graphs.

 

Ruiterbos, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 36 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: George, South Africa (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in May

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Ruiterbos, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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