May weather forecast
Wavecrest, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Wavecrest, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23°C (73.4°F) and an average low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Throughout the month of May, Wavecrest observes an average nighttime temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall in Wavecrest. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Wavecrest, South Africa, in May, the average water temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F).
Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 23.6°C (74.5°F) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In Wavecrest, South Africa, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:08 SAST.

Sunshine

In Wavecrest, the average sunshine in May is 6.7h.

UV index

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wavecrest in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Wavecrest, is 23°C (73.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

What is the driest month in Wavecrest?

May is the month with the least rainfall in Wavecrest. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wavecrest in May?

In Wavecrest, South Africa, in May, during 8.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in May in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, the average seawater temperature in May is 23.6°C (74.5°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.6°C (74.5°F) water may be enjoyable.

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

In May, the average day length in Wavecrest, South Africa, is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wavecrest?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, in Wavecrest, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:08 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wavecrest?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Wavecrest, South Africa, is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wavecrest?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wavecrest, South Africa, are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Wavecrest?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wavecrest, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 23°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average sea temperature in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in May: 23.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (20.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Wavecrest, 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).

Wavecrest, South Africa

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