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 snowfall in May
- Average snowfall 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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
Upon the onset of May, Herschel witnesses an average high-temperature of a refreshing 18.4°C (65.1°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Herschel's average low-temperature in May is measured at a frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 52%.Rainfall
In Herschel, in May, during 4.7 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 287mm (11.3") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Herschel, South Africa, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Herschel is 10h and 35min.On the first day of May in Herschel, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.
Sunshine
In Herschel, South Africa, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Herschel in May?
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How much does it rain in Herschel in May?
When it does not snow in Herschel?
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How many hours of daylight does Herschel have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Herschel?
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What is the month with the lowest UV index in Herschel?
What is the UV index reading in May in Herschel?
Average temperature in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 18.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1021.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Herschel, South Africa
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
