May weather forecast
Paternoster, South Africa

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another pleasant month in Paternoster, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.3°C (50.5°F) and max 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Temperature

The transition to May results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a warm 24°C (75.2°F) in April to a pleasant 20.2°C (68.4°F). Paternoster cools down to an average low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Paternoster, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 437mm (17.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Paternoster, in May, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: In 15.8°C (60.4°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Paternoster is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of May, in Paternoster, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:50 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Paternoster is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Paternoster?
During May, Paternoster experiences an average high-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and a low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Paternoster?
The average relative humidity in May in Paternoster, South Africa, is 69%.
How many days does it rain in May in Paternoster?
In Paternoster, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in May in Paternoster?
In Paternoster, in May, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Swimming in 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in May in Paternoster?
In Paternoster, South Africa, the average day length in May is 10h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Paternoster?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, in Paternoster, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:50 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Paternoster have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Paternoster is 6.5h.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Paternoster?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Paternoster is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Paternoster, South Africa
Average temperature in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average pressure in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average wind speed in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average humidity in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average rainfall in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average rainfall days in May
Paternoster, 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 sea temperature in May - Paternoster, South Africa
Average sea temperature in May
Paternoster, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in May: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (17.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (14.8°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paternoster, South Africa
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Paternoster, 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 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average sunshine days in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average UV index in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average cloud cover in May
Paternoster, 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 - Paternoster, South Africa
Average visibility in May
Paternoster, 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).

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