Umhlanga weather in May (South Africa)

Looking to travel to Umhlanga in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Umhlanga the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.

Umhlanga in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 223 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Umhlanga. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Umhlanga, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 52 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 223 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Durban, South Africa (15 KM, 9 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.

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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 Umhlanga in May?

For visitors traveling to Umhlanga, 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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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