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
As April transitions into May, Potchefstroom records an average high-temperature of an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Potchefstroom experiences a drastic reduction from day temperatures to an average low of 8.9°C (48°F) in May.Humidity
In Potchefstroom, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 47%.Rainfall
In Potchefstroom, in May, it is raining for 1.7 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 310mm (12.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Potchefstroom, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 49min.On the first day of May in Potchefstroom, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:26 SAST.
Sunshine
In Potchefstroom, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Potchefstroom are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Potchefstroom in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Potchefstroom?
How many days does it rain in May in Potchefstroom?
How many hours of daylight does Potchefstroom have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Potchefstroom?
How many hours of sunshine does Potchefstroom have in May?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Potchefstroom?
How high is the UV index in May in Potchefstroom?
Average temperature in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 21.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1021mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (69mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 29 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, 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
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in May
Potchefstroom, 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).
