May weather forecast
Struisbaai, South Africa

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Weather in May

May weather in Struisbaai suggests the arrival of winter with palpable drops in temperature. Relative to April, weather features are considerably less stable, particularly with rainfall volume, which escalates to 24mm (0.94"). As the weather transitions towards June, expect a further drop in temperature, the environment becoming more humid, and a significant increase in rainfall. Despite the cooling trend, it is remarkable that Visibility remains excellent at 10 kilometers.

Temperature

Struisbaai's weather in May indicates an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F), nearly consistent with the 20.3°C (68.5°F) of April. Struisbaai maintains a minor drop in temperature during May nights, with averages of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Struisbaai, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. In Struisbaai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 308mm (12.13") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most individuals in 16.3°C (61.3°F). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging to control as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Struisbaai, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:36 SAST.

Sunshine

In Struisbaai, the average sunshine in May is 6.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Struisbaai in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Struisbaai, records 18.8°C (65.8°F), while the low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Struisbaai?

In May, the average relative humidity in Struisbaai, South Africa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Struisbaai in May?

In Struisbaai, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Struisbaai?

In Struisbaai, South Africa, in May, the average water temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Struisbaai?

In May, the average day length in Struisbaai is 10h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Struisbaai?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:36 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Struisbaai have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Struisbaai is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Struisbaai?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Struisbaai, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12°C).

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Average pressure in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 20.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (24.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average sea temperature in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in May: 16.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Struisbaai, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

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

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Struisbaai, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Struisbaai, 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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Struisbaai, South Africa

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