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
With the commencement of May, Franschhoek records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from April's pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F) to a refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F). Franschhoek, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F).Humidity
In Franschhoek, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In Franschhoek, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 458mm (18.03") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Franschhoek is 10h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:42 SAST.
Sunshine
In Franschhoek, the average sunshine in May is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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
Franschhoek, 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).
Franschhoek, South Africa
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