May weather forecast
Benoni, South Africa

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Weather in May

May highlights the advancement into the colder part of the year, providing a unique contrast to the hotter season that Benoni, South Africa is more known for. The dip in the highest temperatures initiates an invitation to cooler weather, while a drastic plummet in rainfall solidifies it. A reduction in cloud cover mirrors the decrease in humidity, contributing to clear skies. With a lower UV index, the sun becomes less harsh. Wind speed in May observes a minor decrease, aligning with the evolving weather pattern.

Temperature

May in Benoni, South Africa, brings an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21°C (69.8°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F) is expected during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 48%.

Rainfall

In May, in Benoni, South Africa, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout May, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Benoni, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 418mm (16.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Benoni, South Africa, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:22 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Benoni is 7.7h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Benoni. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Benoni in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 21°C (69.8°F) and 9.7°C (49.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Benoni?

The average relative humidity in May in Benoni is 48%.

How much does it rain in Benoni in May?

In Benoni, South Africa, in May, during 2.6 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In Benoni, the average day length in May is 10h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Benoni?

On the first day of May in Benoni, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:22 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benoni have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Benoni, South Africa, is 7.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Benoni?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Benoni?

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

Average temperature in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 48%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Benoni, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Benoni, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Benoni, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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