The Crags weather in May (Western Cape, South Africa)

Can you expect sunny skies in The Crags in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The weather in The Crags during May is usually perfect, offering pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 21°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 12°C.

Precipitation

The Crags in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 261 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

The Crags, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 261 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Knysna, South Africa (39 KM, 24 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 The Crags, 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in The Crags.

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