May weather forecast
Kimberley, South Africa

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Weather in May

The weather in May signals the beginning of the cooler off-peak season in Kimberley with the gradual decrease in temperature and the relative humidity remaining constant. Notably, rainfall volume dips significantly to a mere 5mm (0.2"), marking the start of the dry season. Also, the number of sunshine days increase, suggesting fewer cloud cover in this month. Residents and visitors can enjoy more outdoor activities under clear blue skies.

Temperature

May reports an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F), slightly varied from April's 25°C (77°F). In Kimberley, an average temperature of 11.7°C (53.1°F) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kimberley is 40%.

Rainfall

In Kimberley, in May, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Kimberley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65.5 days and collects up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:31 SAST.

Sunshine

May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kimberley.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Kimberley?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kimberley, South Africa, are 22.2°C (72°F) and 11.7°C (53.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in February is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kimberley?

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 40%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kimberley?

In Kimberley, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kimberley have in May?

In May, the average day length in Kimberley, South Africa, is 10h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kimberley?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:31 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kimberley?

May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kimberley?

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kimberley?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Kimberley, South Africa.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kimberley?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kimberley, South Africa, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1020.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (25%).

Average rainfall in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (32mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average UV index in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Kimberley, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Kimberley, South Africa

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