May weather - Autumn 2024 - Sun City, South Africa

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 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

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Weather in May

Sun City ushers in the month of May with perceptible changes in weather patterns. It noticeably becomes one of the driest months of the year, with rainfall dropping to a mere 5mm (0.2"), setting the stage for a dry atmosphere. The reduction in humidity, coupled with cooler temperatures, enhances the appeal of outdoor activities, such as safari rides. The decreasing daylight hours, with increasing starry nights, make May an optimal time for stargazing. The uninhibited views of the sky glistening with stars left unchecked by clouds, is a unique spectacle offered by the May weather in Sun City.

Temperature

The commencement of May in Sun City records an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.4°C (72.3°F), barely varying from April's 24.4°C (75.9°F). In Sun City, May nights witness a remarkable decline from the day's zenith to a fresh 10.3°C (50.5°F).

Humidity

In Sun City, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout May, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sun City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 411mm (16.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:29 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sun City is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sun City in May?

Sun City in May has an average high-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Sun City?

In Sun City, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

How much does it rain in Sun City in May?

In Sun City, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sun City have in May?

In May, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sun City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, in Sun City, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:29 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sun City?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sun City, South Africa, is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sun City?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sun City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sun City, South Africa, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

24.4°C 75.9°F

22.4°C 72.3°F

19.2°C 66.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.2km/h 5.1mph

7.6km/h 4.7mph

8.7km/h 5.4mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.8

28.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

19%

Average visibility

10km 6.2mi

Average temperature in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average high temperature in May: 22.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.9°C).

Average low temperature in May: 10.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average pressure in May: 1020.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average humidity in May: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May: 27 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sun City, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Sun City, 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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May weather forecast
Sun City, South Africa

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