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Umdloti Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Umdloti in May? Expect high temperatures reaching 25°C (77°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Umdloti in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 5 days of rain, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Umdloti in May

The temperature in Umdloti in May is perfect. Daytime highs reach 25°C (77°F), with nights dropping to 17°C (63°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°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.

Sunshine in Umdloti in May

The city usually sees around 223 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Umdloti.

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Umdloti Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 223 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Durban, South Africa (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in 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 Umdloti in May

For Umdloti in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Umdloti in May

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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