May weather forecast
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Vanderbijlpark, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 8.9°C (48°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of May reveals an average high-temperature of a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Throughout May, Vanderbijlpark records an average temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, in May, during 2.8 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vanderbijlpark, there are 106.6 rainfall days, and 364mm (14.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vanderbijlpark, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Vanderbijlpark is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of May in Vanderbijlpark, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:23 SAST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Vanderbijlpark?

Vanderbijlpark in May has an average high-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Vanderbijlpark?

In Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

How many days does it rain in May in Vanderbijlpark?

In Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Vanderbijlpark?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Vanderbijlpark have in May?

In Vanderbijlpark, the average day length in May is 10h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Vanderbijlpark?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, in Vanderbijlpark, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:23 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Vanderbijlpark?

In Vanderbijlpark, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in May in Vanderbijlpark?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September, October and November (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vanderbijlpark, 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).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average UV index in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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