May weather forecast
Melville, South Africa

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also an agreeable month in Melville, South Africa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.6°C (49.3°F) and an average high of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 22.8°C (73°F). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 9.6°C (49.3°F).

Humidity

In Melville, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In Melville, in May, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Melville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.6 days and collects up to 262mm (10.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:24 SAST.

Sunshine

In Melville, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Melville. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Melville?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melville are 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 9.6°C (49.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Melville?
In Melville, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 49%.
How many days does it rain in May in Melville?
In Melville, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Melville have in May?
In May, the average day length is 10h and 50min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Melville?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:24 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Melville have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Melville, South Africa, is 7.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melville?
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Melville.
How high is the UV index in May in Melville?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Melville, South Africa, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in May - Melville, South Africa
Average temperature in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

Average pressure in May - Melville, South Africa
Average pressure in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Melville, South Africa
Average wind speed in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Melville, South Africa
Average humidity in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in May - Melville, South Africa
Average rainfall in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Melville, South Africa
Average rainfall days in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.4 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Melville, South Africa
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May - Melville, South Africa
Average sunshine days in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (16.3 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May - Melville, South Africa
Average cloud cover in May
Melville, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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

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

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