May weather forecast
Fordsburg, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Fordsburg, is another pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21°C (69.8°F) and min 9.7°C (49.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May is a still agreeable 21°C (69.8°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Fordsburg, the average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In Fordsburg, in May, during 2.7 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 434mm (17.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fordsburg, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Fordsburg, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:23 SAST.

Sunshine

In Fordsburg, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fordsburg, South Africa, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Fordsburg?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Fordsburg, is 21°C (69.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Fordsburg?

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

How much does it rain in Fordsburg in May?

In Fordsburg, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in May in Fordsburg is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fordsburg?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, in Fordsburg, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:23 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fordsburg have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fordsburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fordsburg?

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

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (27.3°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 (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (93mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fordsburg, 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 month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average UV index in May - Fordsburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Fordsburg, South Africa

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

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

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