Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May brings an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F), closely following the temperature pattern of April. In stark contrast to the day's heat, the temperature dips to an average of 10.3°C (50.5°F) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Phokeng, South Africa, is 48%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout May, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Phokeng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 411mm (16.18") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:28 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Phokeng is 7.6h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Phokeng in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Phokeng?
How many days does it rain in May in Phokeng?
What is the average length of the day in May in Phokeng?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Phokeng?
How long on average sun shines in May in Phokeng?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Phokeng?
How high is the UV index in May in Phokeng?
Average temperature in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 22.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1020.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).
Average rainfall in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Phokeng, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 27 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Phokeng, South Africa
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
