Bloemfontein in May
8.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
3Rainy days (20 mm)
10:33 hDaylight
06:55Sunrise · 17:28 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.5 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 17°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 30°C | 17°C | 73 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| March | 28°C | 15°C | 72 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 24°C | 10°C | 47 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 21°C | 5°C | 20 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 18°C | 1°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.2 |
| July | 18°C | 1°C | 8 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.2 |
| August | 21°C | 4°C | 15 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 26°C | 8°C | 16 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 28°C | 12°C | 43 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 29°C | 14°C | 66 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 31°C | 16°C | 76 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bloemfontein in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Bloemfontein?
The best months are August, September, May, June.