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Stanford Weather in May

May in Stanford averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. The excellent conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Stanford in May

On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month, averaging 51 mm (2 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Stanford in May

The excellent temperature in Stanford in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best weather for Stanford.

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Stanford Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 51 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places 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. See all of South Africa in May →

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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).

What to Wear in Stanford in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.

What To Do in Stanford in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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