Emalahleni in May
8.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
3Rainy days (16 mm)
10:44 hDaylight
06:37Sunrise · 17:21 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°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 (2.6 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 | 16°C | 124 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| February | 27°C | 16°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 26°C | 15°C | 94 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 24°C | 12°C | 44 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 22°C | 8°C | 16 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| June | 19°C | 4°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 19°C | 4°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.6 |
| August | 22°C | 7°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| September | 26°C | 11°C | 20 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 26°C | 13°C | 73 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 26°C | 14°C | 107 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 26°C | 16°C | 123 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Emalahleni in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Emalahleni?
The best months are August, May, September, July.