May weather forecast
Salt Rock, South Africa

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderately hot month in Salt Rock, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.2°C (61.2°F) and max 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into May reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.4°C (74.1°F), mirroring a close resemblance to April. An average nighttime temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F) is observed during May.

Humidity

In Salt Rock, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Salt Rock, in May, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.6 rainfall days, and 597mm (23.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 23.7°C (74.7°F).
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 23.7°C (74.7°F) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Salt Rock, South Africa, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of May, in Salt Rock, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:04 SAST.

Sunshine

In Salt Rock, the average sunshine in May is 6.8h.

UV index

In Salt Rock, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Salt Rock in May?

May temperatures in Salt Rock, South Africa, vary between a high-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) and a low-temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Salt Rock?

In Salt Rock, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Salt Rock?

In Salt Rock, in May, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in May in Salt Rock?

In May, the average sea temperature in Salt Rock is 23.7°C (74.7°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 23.7°C (74.7°F) water.

How many hours of daylight does Salt Rock have in May?

The average day length in May in Salt Rock is 10h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Salt Rock?

On the first day of May in Salt Rock, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:04 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Salt Rock have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Salt Rock, South Africa, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Salt Rock?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Salt Rock, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average sea temperature in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in May: 23.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.3°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average UV index in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Salt Rock, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Salt Rock, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).

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