May weather forecast
Wilderness, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Wilderness, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 12.9°C (55.2°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

During May, Wilderness records an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F), marking a slight divergence from April's 21.9°C (71.4°F). Wilderness experiences an average low-temperature of 12.9°C (55.2°F) in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Wilderness, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 309mm (12.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Wilderness, the average seawater temperature in May is 16.9°C (62.4°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 16.9°C (62.4°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Wilderness is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:28 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Wilderness is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wilderness are May through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Wilderness?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wilderness during May are 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 12.9°C (55.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Wilderness?

In Wilderness, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Wilderness?

In Wilderness, South Africa, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in May in Wilderness?

In Wilderness, the average seawater temperature in May is 16.9°C (62.4°F). Swimming in 16.9°C (62.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Wilderness have in May?

In May, the average day length in Wilderness, South Africa, is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Wilderness?

On the first day of May in Wilderness, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:28 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wilderness have in May?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Wilderness?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (10.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1013.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (31mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average sea temperature in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in May: 16.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (16.3°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wilderness, 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 January (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wilderness, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Wilderness, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Wilderness, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Wilderness, 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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