Ladysmith in May
8.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
3Rainy days (21 mm)
10:35 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 17:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
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 | 29°C | 16°C | 171 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 28°C | 17°C | 143 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 27°C | 15°C | 116 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 25°C | 12°C | 57 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 23°C | 8°C | 21 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 21°C | 5°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| July | 21°C | 5°C | 16 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.6 |
| August | 23°C | 7°C | 28 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| September | 26°C | 10°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| October | 27°C | 12°C | 101 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 27°C | 14°C | 137 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 28°C | 16°C | 180 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ladysmith in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Ladysmith?
The best months are May, June, July, August.