May weather forecast
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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Weather in May

Oudtshoorn in May sets itself apart with distinctively colder weather when juxtaposed with the previous months. The noticeable drop in higher temperatures signals the definite transition away from the warmer part of the year. The cooler weather conditions persist with more cloud cover yet less rainfall compared to the preceding month. These developments align with the observed temperature scales that lie within the confines of 20.6°C (69.1°F) on the higher end and 10.2°C (50.4°F) on the lower side. Moving into June, Oudtshoorn continues this trend, albeit with noticeably colder average low temperatures.

Temperature

The start of May in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, sees the average high-temperature at a still agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F), showing little difference from April's 22.8°C (73°F). Throughout May, the temperature in Oudtshoorn tends to fall to a consistent average low of 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

March, May and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of rain.

Daylight

In Oudtshoorn, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:31 SAST.

Sunshine

In Oudtshoorn, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Oudtshoorn. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oudtshoorn?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oudtshoorn are 20.6°C (69.1°F) and 10.2°C (50.4°F) respectively. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Oudtshoorn?

In May, the average relative humidity in Oudtshoorn is 61%.

What is the driest month in Oudtshoorn?

The months with the least rainfall in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, are March, May and December Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of rain.

How much does it rain in Oudtshoorn in May?

In Oudtshoorn, during May, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Oudtshoorn?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oudtshoorn?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:31 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Oudtshoorn?

In Oudtshoorn, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oudtshoorn?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Oudtshoorn?

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

Average temperature in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (18mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, May and December (11mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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

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

Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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