Phuthaditjhaba in May
8.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
3°CAvg low
3Rainy days (24 mm)
10:35 hDaylight
06:44Sunrise · 17:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.3 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 | 23°C | 12°C | 177 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 23°C | 12°C | 135 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| March | 22°C | 11°C | 99 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 20°C | 7°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 18°C | 3°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 15°C | 0°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 15°C | 0°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 18°C | 2°C | 29 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 21°C | 6°C | 32 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| October | 22°C | 8°C | 106 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 22°C | 10°C | 135 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
| December | 23°C | 12°C | 168 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Phuthaditjhaba in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 3°C.
When is the best time to visit Phuthaditjhaba?
The best months are September, May, August.