Durban in May
8.4out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
6Rainy days (43 mm)
10:30 hDaylight
06:37Sunrise · 17:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Some rain: about 6 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.4 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 | 27°C | 21°C | 91 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| February | 27°C | 22°C | 84 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 27°C | 21°C | 90 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 25°C | 18°C | 74 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 43 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 23°C | 13°C | 28 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 22°C | 13°C | 42 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 23°C | 14°C | 34 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 23°C | 16°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 23°C | 17°C | 89 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| November | 24°C | 18°C | 96 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 26°C | 20°C | 94 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Durban in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Durban?
The best months are June, July, May, August.