City of Cape Town (Cape Town)
May
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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25
Dry days
6
Rainy days
0
Snow days
20°/12°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
71 %
Avg humidity
City of Cape Town in May average weather
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Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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1 21° | 2 23° | 3 23° | 4 20° | |||
5 20° | 6 20° | 7 19° | 8 19° | 9 21° | 10 20° | 11 16° |
12 18° | 13 22° | 14 23° | 15 20° | 16 21° | 17 19° | 18 20° |
19 19° | 20 20° | 21 18° | 22 20° | 23 18° | 24 20° | 25 18° |
26 18° | 27 19° | 28 21° | 29 22° | 30 16° | 31 17° |
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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 |
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1 May | Overcast | 21° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
2 May | Cloudy | 23° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
3 May | Sunny | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 7 | |
4 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /13° | 6.7 mm | 6 | |
5 May | Sunny | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
6 May | Overcast | 20° /13° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
7 May | Partly cloudy | 19° /13° | 5 mm | 6 | |
8 May | Cloudy | 19° /13° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
9 May | Sunny | 21° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
10 May | Overcast | 20° /12° | 4.3 mm | 5 | |
11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /12° | 1.9 mm | 5 | |
12 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
13 May | Sunny | 22° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
14 May | Sunny | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 7 | |
15 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
16 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
17 May | Moderate rain at times | 19° /13° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
18 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
19 May | Overcast | 19° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
20 May | Overcast | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
21 May | Moderate rain at times | 18° /12° | 2.6 mm | 5 | |
22 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
23 May | Sunny | 18° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
24 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /11° | 32 mm | 5 | |
26 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
27 May | Sunny | 19° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
28 May | Sunny | 21° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 3.5 mm | 6 | |
30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /11° | 13 mm | 5 | |
31 May | 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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