Mbabane in May
8.4out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
5Rainy days (32 mm)
10:43 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 17:13 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Some rain: about 5 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 (2.9 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 | 26°C | 17°C | 217 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 26°C | 17°C | 177 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 25°C | 16°C | 158 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 23°C | 13°C | 78 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 22°C | 10°C | 32 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 21°C | 8°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| July | 20°C | 7°C | 18 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 22°C | 9°C | 32 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 24°C | 12°C | 57 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 23°C | 13°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 24°C | 15°C | 171 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| December | 25°C | 16°C | 208 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mbabane in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Mbabane?
The best months are May, June, July, August.