May weather forecast
Carolina, South Africa

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another pleasant month in Carolina, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 8.4°C (47.1°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

During May, the average high-temperature is a still pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Nightly readings in May display a noticeable downturn from daily highs in Carolina, South Africa, with the average low-temperature registering a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Carolina, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Carolina, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.5 days and collects up to 461mm (18.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Carolina, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:15 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carolina, South Africa, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Carolina?

In Carolina, in May, the average high-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.4°C (47.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Carolina?

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

How many days does it rain in May in Carolina?

In May, in Carolina, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carolina have in May?

In Carolina, South Africa, the average day length in May is 10h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Carolina?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:15 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Carolina?

The average sunshine duration in May in Carolina is 7.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in May in Carolina?

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

Average temperature in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (18.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Carolina, 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 (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carolina, 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 April (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Carolina, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Carolina, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Carolina, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (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
Carolina, South Africa

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Carolina, South Africa

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

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

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