Somerset West weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

How is the weather in Somerset West in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Somerset West the weather in May is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Somerset West in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

With around 205 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Somerset West, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 Somerset West in May?

For visitors traveling to Somerset West, 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 in May.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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