May weather forecast
Polokwane, South Africa

By comparison to April, the month of May in Polokwane experiences more significant cooling, highlighting the onset of winter. The daylight duration holds firm at 11 hours daily, while the UV index dips further to 7, indicating a reduction in sunlight intensity. A unique aspect of May is the underwhelming 11mm (0.43") of rain, making it one of the driest months of the year. The reduced humidity of 64% signifies the city's transition into drier conditions. The modest rainfall combined with lesser heat makes May a period of calm in Polokwane's weather calendar.

Temperature

May's advent presents an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. In Polokwane, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 7.9°C (46.2°F) is anticipated during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Polokwane is 64%.

Rainfall

In Polokwane, South Africa, in May, during 2 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Polokwane, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47 days and collects up to 478mm (18.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Polokwane, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:22 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Polokwane is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.