May weather forecast
Paarl, South Africa

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Weather in May

Paarl witnesses a significant transition to cooler weather in May, with a prominent decline in temperature. The highest monthly rain accumulation occurs in May, marking 41mm (1.61") this month. The atmosphere, imbued with the chilly winds, heralds the advent of winter. Winter passion fruits and late citrus varieties flood the local markets, offering a carnival of taste and aroma. The twinkling city lights and early nightfall create an enchanting sight capturing the city's elegance in winter.

Temperature

Paarl's May weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from April's warm 24°C (75.2°F) to an agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F). Paarl temperatures generally rest at a low of 10.3°C (50.5°F) during the May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Paarl, in May, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. In Paarl, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 437mm (17.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of May, in Paarl, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:43 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In Paarl, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Paarl?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paarl, South Africa, during May are 20.2°C (68.4°F) and 10.3°C (50.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Paarl?

In Paarl, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Paarl?

In May, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Paarl have in May?

The average day length in May in Paarl is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Paarl?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:43 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Paarl?

In Paarl, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Paarl?

In Paarl, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (6.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Paarl, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Paarl, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Paarl, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

Paarl, South Africa

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