Weather in May
Mid-autumn in Soweto brings about further cooling and drying up of the weather. The decline in temperature, reflecting in cooler evenings and mornings, suggests the impending arrival of winter. Rainfall becomes increasingly rare, and the city experiences a significant decrease in daily sunshine. This dramatic shift in weather patterns ushers in the colder season, making May a mark of change in Soweto's climatic year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:24 SAST.
[Resources]Temperature
As Soweto welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a comfortable 19.6°C (67.3°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 4.6°C (40.3°F) during May nights.Rainfall
In Soweto, in May, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Soweto aggregates up to 750mm (29.53") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Soweto is 10h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:24 SAST.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Soweto in May?
Soweto in May has an average high-temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F).
How much does it rain in Soweto in May?
During May, Soweto regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Soweto have in May?
In Soweto, South Africa, the average day length in May is 10h and 50min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Soweto?
On the first day of May in Soweto, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:24 SAST.
Average temperature in May
Soweto, South Africa
- Average high temperature in May: 19.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (1.2°C).
Average rainfall in May
Soweto, South Africa
- Average rainfall in May: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (136mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average daylight in May
Soweto, South Africa
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
Soweto, South Africa
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