May weather forecast
Sutherland, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sutherland, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 16.8°C (62.2°F) and min 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from April's pleasant 20.1°C (68.2°F) to a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F). Sutherland experiences an average nighttime temperature of 8.1°C (46.6°F) in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sutherland is 51%.

Rainfall

In Sutherland, during May, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Sutherland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.2 days and collects up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are May through September. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 30mm (1.18") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sutherland is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:40 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sutherland in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sutherland, records 16.8°C (62.2°F), while the low-temperature is 8.1°C (46.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Sutherland?

The average relative humidity in May is 51%.

How much does it rain in Sutherland in May?

In May, in Sutherland, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout May, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sutherland?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sutherland have in May?

In May, the average day length in Sutherland is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sutherland?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:40 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sutherland have in May?

In Sutherland, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sutherland?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Sutherland, South Africa.

How high is the UV index in May in Sutherland?

In Sutherland, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4°C).

Average pressure in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (13.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average snowfall in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in May: 5mm

The months with the highest snowfall are June and August (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average snowfall days in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sutherland, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sutherland, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February 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
Sutherland, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Sutherland, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Sutherland, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Sutherland, 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).

Sutherland, South Africa

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