Stellenbosch in May
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
9Rainy days (91 mm)
10:14 hDaylight
07:34Sunrise · 17:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. 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 | 25°C | 17°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| February | 25°C | 17°C | 18 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| March | 24°C | 16°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| April | 21°C | 14°C | 56 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 18°C | 12°C | 91 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| June | 16°C | 10°C | 137 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 16°C | 9°C | 121 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 16°C | 9°C | 105 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| September | 17°C | 10°C | 68 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 19°C | 12°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 21°C | 14°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
| December | 23°C | 16°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Stellenbosch in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Stellenbosch?
The best months are January, February, March, December.