Western Cape (Cape Town)
May
Weather in Western Cape for May 2025
Your guide to Western Cape weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Western Cape 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.
Western Cape 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
Western Cape 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 Western Cape
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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 Western Cape 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 Western Cape forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Western Cape in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Western Cape 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 Western Cape during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 127.7 mm is expected in Western Cape during May, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Western Cape during May?
The average wind speed in Western Cape during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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