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
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May in Stellenbosch suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F) in April to a refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F). During the nights in May, Stellenbosch observes an average low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F).Humidity
In Stellenbosch, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In May, in Stellenbosch, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 458mm (18.03") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Stellenbosch, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:43 SAST.
Sunshine
In Stellenbosch, the average sunshine in May is 6.4h.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Stellenbosch?
What is the average humidity in May in Stellenbosch?
How much does it rain in Stellenbosch in May?
How many hours of daylight does Stellenbosch have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Stellenbosch?
How long on average sun shines in May in Stellenbosch?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stellenbosch?
How high is the UV index in May in Stellenbosch?
Average temperature in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 19.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1018.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Stellenbosch, 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 April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in May
Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (9km).
Stellenbosch, South Africa
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