Mild
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Northern Cape, South Africa in May
Weather score61Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.5h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 12mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
22°C
Rain
12mm
Sun
8.5h
Weather score
61
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 12mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.5h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Map
Weather map
Compare Northern Cape, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May22°C average high
May is on the cooler side of Northern Cape's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and November to December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May12mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of Northern Cape's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary and April to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May8.5 hours average sun
May is one of the less sunny months locally, though average sunshine is still strong by holiday standards.
Brightest monthsJanuary and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Weather score
May61 weather score
May scores below Northern Cape's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
