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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
Port Shepstone's weather, upon May's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F), nearly identical to the prior month. During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F) is observed.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Port Shepstone, during May, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Port Shepstone, there are 188 rainfall days, and 592mm (23.31") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Port Shepstone, in May, the average water temperature is 23.9°C (75°F).Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 23.9°C (75°F) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In Port Shepstone, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 34min.On the first day of May in Port Shepstone, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:04 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Port Shepstone is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Port Shepstone?
What is the average humidity in May in Port Shepstone?
How much does it rain in Port Shepstone in May?
What is the sea temperature in May in Port Shepstone?
How many hours of daylight does Port Shepstone have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Port Shepstone?
How many hours of sunshine does Port Shepstone have in May?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Shepstone?
How high is the UV index in May in Port Shepstone?
Average temperature in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 22.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average pressure in May: 1019.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average wind speed in May: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (14mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in May: 23.9°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Port Shepstone, 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: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in May: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Port Shepstone, South Africa
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October, November and December (9km).
