Piet Retief in May
8.6out 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 (18 mm)
10:40 hDaylight
06:33Sunrise · 17:13 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 (2.5 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 | 26°C | 15°C | 145 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.4 |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 117 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 25°C | 14°C | 103 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 23°C | 11°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 22°C | 8°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 20°C | 5°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.4 |
| July | 20°C | 5°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 22°C | 7°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 24°C | 10°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| October | 24°C | 12°C | 96 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 25°C | 13°C | 132 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 26°C | 15°C | 155 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Piet Retief in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Piet Retief?
The best months are May, August, July, June.