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Weather in City of Cape Town for May 2025

Your guide to City of Cape Town weather in May - trends and predictions
  • In general, the average temperature in City of Cape Town at the beginning of May is 20.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 18.7 °C by the end of May.

  • City of Cape Town sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 6 rainy days.

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Average dry days
25
Dry days
Average rainy days
6
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
20°/12°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
18 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
71 %
Avg humidity

City of Cape Town in May average weather

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Temperatures trend during May in City of Cape Town

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May weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Overcast
Overcast
21° /13° 0 mm 5
2 May Cloudy
Cloudy
23° /14° 0 mm 7
3 May Sunny
Sunny
23° /13° 0 mm 7
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /13° 6.7 mm 6
5 May Sunny
Sunny
20° /12° 0 mm 7
6 May Overcast
Overcast
20° /13° 0.4 mm 5
7 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
19° /13° 5 mm 6
8 May Cloudy
Cloudy
19° /13° 0.1 mm 5
9 May Sunny
Sunny
21° /12° 0 mm 7
10 May Overcast
Overcast
20° /12° 4.3 mm 5
11 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16° /12° 1.9 mm 5
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
18° /11° 0.1 mm 6
13 May Sunny
Sunny
22° /12° 0 mm 6
14 May Sunny
Sunny
23° /13° 0 mm 7
15 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /12° 0 mm 7
16 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
21° /12° 0 mm 6
17 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
19° /13° 1.2 mm 5
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /13° 0 mm 6
19 May Overcast
Overcast
19° /11° 0 mm 5
20 May Overcast
Overcast
20° /12° 0 mm 6
21 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
18° /12° 2.6 mm 5
22 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /12° 0 mm 6
23 May Sunny
Sunny
18° /12° 0 mm 6
24 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /12° 0.1 mm 6
25 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18° /11° 32 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
18° /11° 0.3 mm 5
27 May Sunny
Sunny
19° /10° 0 mm 6
28 May Sunny
Sunny
21° /11° 0 mm 6
29 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22° /13° 3.5 mm 6
30 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16° /11° 13 mm 5
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
17° /11° 0.5 mm 5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for City of Cape Town in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the City of Cape Town forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

City of Cape Town in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in City of Cape Town during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 20° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in City of Cape Town during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 127.7 mm is expected in City of Cape Town during May, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in City of Cape Town during May?
The average wind speed in City of Cape Town during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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