May weather forecast
Sterkstroom, South Africa

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another refreshing month in Sterkstroom, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 18.4°C (65.1°F) and 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into May reveals an average high-temperature of a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F), mirroring a close resemblance to April. The average low-temperature, in May, is a frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Sterkstroom, in May, during 4.7 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sterkstroom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.2 days and collects up to 287mm (11.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sterkstroom, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Daylight

In Sterkstroom, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sterkstroom are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sterkstroom in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Sterkstroom, is 18.4°C (65.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.1°C (44.8°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Sterkstroom?
In May, the average relative humidity is 52%.
How many days does it rain in May in Sterkstroom?
In May, in Sterkstroom, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.
Does it snow in Sterkstroom in May?
In Sterkstroom, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Sterkstroom have in May?
In Sterkstroom, the average day length in May is 10h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sterkstroom?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:18 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sterkstroom have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Sterkstroom is 7.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sterkstroom?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Sterkstroom?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average temperature in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 18.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average pressure in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average wind speed in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average humidity in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall days in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall days in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average sunshine days in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average UV index in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average cloud cover in May
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average visibility in May
Sterkstroom, 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).

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