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 sea temperature 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
May's advent presents an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Port Elizabeth is 68%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall in Port Elizabeth. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Port Elizabeth, South Africa, in May, the average water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 20.3°C (68.5°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Port Elizabeth is 10h and 23min.On the first day of May in Port Elizabeth, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:17 SAST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 6.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Port Elizabeth in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Port Elizabeth?
What is the driest month in Port Elizabeth?
How much does it rain in Port Elizabeth in May?
How cold is the water in May in Port Elizabeth?
What is the average length of the day in May in Port Elizabeth?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Port Elizabeth?
How many hours of sunshine does Port Elizabeth have in May?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth?
What is the UV index reading in May in Port Elizabeth?
Average temperature in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 22°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 15.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (13.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1018.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in May: 20.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Port Elizabeth, 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: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in May
Port Elizabeth, 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).
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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