Mild
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Durban, South Africa in May
Weather score66Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.1h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 56mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
24°C
Rain
56mm
Sun
7.1h
Sea
23°C
Weather score
66
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 56mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 7.1h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 23°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare Durban, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May24°C average high
May is on the cooler side of Durban's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May56mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of Durban's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsApril to August
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May7.1 hours average sun
May is close to Durban's usual sunshine level, with limited seasonal swing across the year.
Brightest monthsJanuary to August and December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May23°C average sea
May is close to Durban's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJanuary to April
Sea temperatures are usually near 25°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May66 weather score
May sits close to Durban's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to May and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
