May weather forecast
Makwarela, South Africa

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Makwarela, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F), nearly identical to April's 25.3°C (77.5°F). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in May as Makwarela logs a consistent average temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 565mm (22.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:20 SAST.

Sunshine

In Makwarela, the average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?
The high-temperature, in May, in Makwarela, records 24.7°C (76.5°F), while the low-temperature is 12.5°C (54.5°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Makwarela?
In Makwarela, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Makwarela, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 11h and 1min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:20 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 7.1h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average temperature in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.1°C).

Average pressure in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average pressure in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average wind speed in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average humidity in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (52%).

Average rainfall in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average rainfall in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (5mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average rainfall days in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (4.5 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average sunshine days in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.4 days).

Average UV index in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average UV index in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Makwarela, South Africa
Average cloud cover in May
Makwarela, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 18).

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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